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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has renewed the charter for the CDC/Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Advisory Committee on HIV, Viral Hepatitis, and STD Prevention and Treatment (CHAC). This renewal extends the committee's charter until November 25, 2026. The committee focuses on providing guidance and recommendations related to the prevention and treatment of these diseases. Jonathan Mermin, M.D., M.P.H., is the designated federal officer for this committee.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) released a notice of petitions received under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. This notice is required by the Public Health Service (PHS) Act, and it lists various petitions filed for compensation due to injuries allegedly caused by vaccines. The petitions are reviewed by the United States Court of Federal Claims, which involves special masters assessing evidence and making initial decisions on compensation eligibility. Individuals can submit relevant information regarding the petitions, and this list includes details such as petitioner's name, location, and case number.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is seeking public comments on its plan to continue collecting data for the Rural Health Clinic (RHC) COVID-19 Testing Program. This program helps monitor the use of $225 million in federal funds provided to support COVID-19 testing in rural areas. Funded clinics report on their testing activities, the number of patients tested, and positive results. Comments and suggestions about the data collection process are invited to ensure the information gathering is efficient and useful.

The Advisory Committee on Infant and Maternal Mortality (ACIMM) will hold a public meeting on January 7-8, 2025, via webinar. The meeting will focus on government activities and policies to reduce infant and maternal mortality, improve maternal and infant health, and address health disparities. The agenda may include discussion on recommendations for improving birth outcomes for underserved populations, with emphasis on Black/African-American families. Interested public participants can submit written statements in advance or request to speak at the meeting.

The Health Resources and Services Administration announced that the Advisory Committee on Training in Primary Care Medicine and Dentistry (ACTPCMD) will hold public meetings in 2025. These meetings will occur in March and August, either in-person in Rockville, Maryland, or through teleconference and video conferencing. The committee advises on policies related to primary care medicine and dentistry, develops performance measures, and suggests funding levels. Public comments are welcome, with preferences for written submission or scheduled oral statements. Attendees must notify the Designated Federal Officer ahead of time if they plan to attend in person, especially for security reasons.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), a part of the Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public comments on their Information Collection Request (ICR) for the Faculty Loan Repayment Program (FLRP). The FLRP aims to help health professionals from disadvantaged backgrounds repay their educational loans in exchange for serving as faculty at eligible health profession schools. HRSA has proposed the use of a standardized form to better evaluate and rank applicants based on their economically or environmentally disadvantaged status. The public has until February 16, 2021, to submit comments on the proposed information collection process.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has submitted a request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to approve their Information Collection Request (ICR) related to a survey for the Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Block Grant Program. This survey aims to gather data on the health of mothers and children in specific U.S. territories to assess the program's impact and help meet federal reporting standards. Public comments on the proposed information collection are invited until February 18, 2025. The survey will increase its sample sizes and update its questions to align with new federal data standards.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is planning to submit an Information Collection Request to the Office of Management and Budget. This is part of their procedure under the Paperwork Reduction Act, which allows for public input on such requests. The focus is on deeming health centers as Public Health Service employees, providing them with Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) coverage. HRSA seeks public comments on the related burden estimates or other aspects, and there are no proposed changes to the application process for 2022 and beyond.

The Council on Graduate Medical Education (COGME) will hold public meetings in 2021 as announced by the Health Resources and Services Administration, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The meetings will cover important topics like physician workforce supply and distribution, rural health workforce training, and the funding of medical education. These meetings might be in-person or online, and updated details, including how to join, will be available on the COGME website. Public comments are welcomed, and anyone needing special assistance for attending should notify the council in advance.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), under the Department of Health and Human Services, has submitted an Information Collection Request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The proposed changes aim to improve data collection for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program's AIDS Education and Training Center Program, which equips healthcare providers to better treat people with HIV. Public comments are encouraged and can be submitted until January 8, 2025. These comments will help refine the new forms and contribute to assessing the effectiveness of training activities in achieving HIV treatment goals.