HHS
HHS reorg seeks to streamline tech, cyber policy
A new assistant secretary post will consolidate management of technology, data, AI and health IT.
Data can be a double-edged sword in generative AI, agency experts say
Though there are myriad federal use cases for generative AI applications, usability hinges on clean, organized input data.
HHS launches online tool to identify communities hit hardest by extreme heat
The heat and health index tool provides zip code level data to flag neighborhoods that are the most at risk of experiencing harmful health outcomes as a result of high temperatures.
HHS issues final rule to expand HIPAA coverage for reproductive data
The rule comes in response to health data security concerns arising out of the 2022 overturn of abortion protections established by Roe v. Wade.
HHS removed Login from its grantee payment system after funding theft
Hackers used data from a federal contracting hub to steal funding from seven grantee organizations in an HHS breach that occurred last year. Both HHS and GSA say that Login.gov was not compromised or connected to the theft.
New bill would create payment incentives for the health sector to meet cyber standards
The measure led by Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va. comes in the wake of a ransomware attack on UnitedHealth subsidiary Change Healthcare.
Ransomware payment debate resurfaces amid Change Healthcare incident
Expert views don’t entirely align on whether victims should pay ransomware hackers.
HHS launches probe into UnitedHealth over ransomware attack on subsidiary
The probe will examine the company's compliance with laws safeguarding patient data.
HealthCare-dot-gov enrollees will also receive voter registration emails, vice president says
The communications are part of a Biden administration effort to improve voting rights and access.
Priming the workforce is key to future AI efforts, federal IT leaders say
One agency tech leader is urging IT workers inside government and out to "get into the shallow end of the AI swimming pool" and experiment with the new tools.
HHS seeks zero trust support
The highly federated agency is looking for contactor assistance to hit enterprisewide security goals.
What are agencies doing with AI? A bipartisan Senate duo wants to know.
Sens. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, sent letters to three federal agencies probing into their use of artificial intelligence systems.
Featured eBooks
CISA and HHS look to help the health sector ramp up cyber hygiene
Agency resources are intended to address the longstanding challenges health systems and hospitals have faced from increasingly advanced cyberattacks.
HHS looks to improve cybersecurity coordination
The agency is utilizing a relaunched cybersecurity coordination center and additional programs to significantly ramp up interactions with key partners, a top official said.
FTC, HHS warn of potential privacy and security risks embedded in online health sites
The agencies noted hospitals and telehealth providers could be exposing sensitive patient health information through online tracking tools like Meta Pixel and Google Analytics.
FDA Announces Contract for Automation in Drug Performance Analyses
The Food and Drug Administration is asking for proposals for automated devices that can provide high-definition imaging and critical analyses of drug performance as the agency works to integrate more AI.
Federal Cyber Leaders Emphasize Standards Development for Stronger Networks
The critical infrastructure experts upheld common cybersecurity standards as a key to resilient networks and private sector collaboration.
FDA Seeks Insight into How AI can Help and Hurt Drug-Making
The Food and Drug Administration is seeking public feedback amid its efforts to balance the advantages and risks of deploying artificial intelligence and machine learning into drug creation and approval processes.
HHS Launches New Cybersecurity Awareness Resources
The Department of Health and Human Services issued three new online resources for health care entities to fortify their digital networks.
FDA Starts Work on New Data and Technology Strategic Plan
The agency intends to finalize the plan by the end of September.
