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Read News Releases Published by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services [American flag] An official email from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services [Header Logo]( Good morning. In this week's digest, [sign up for the Secretary Spotlight]( a new email series covering Secretary Becerra’s weekly activities, and learn about the [actions taken by the HHS Office for Civil Rights]( to ensure that individuals with disabilities in Iowa can live in their homes and communities. [See All News Releases]( Latest U.S. Department of Health & Human Services News Releases [Module 1 - Image]( [Sign Up for the Secretary Spotlight Email Series]( Starting this summer, get weekly updates on Secretary Becerra’s travels, public statements, events, and more delivered straight to your inbox. [Click to sign up →]( HHS News Releases Week of June 23rd, 2024 [HHS Office for Civil Rights Secures Commitment with Puerto Rican Child Welfare Agency to Implement Actions to Ensure Effective Communication for Individuals with Disabilities]( June 21, 2024 On Friday, June 21, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced actions taken by the Puerto Rico Department of the Family’s Administration for Families and Children (the Department of the Family) to improve communication for, and with, deaf parents prior to removing their minor children from their homes under various Federal civil rights laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. [Read the full release →]( [Statement by HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on World Refugee Day]( June 20, 2024 On Thursday, June 20, 2024, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra released a statement in honor of World Refugee Day. [Read the full statement →]( [Statement by HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on Juneteenth]( June 19, 2024 On Wednesday, June 19, 2024, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra released a statement in honor of this Juneteenth Day of Observance. [Read the full statement →]( [HHS Office for Civil Rights Ensures Individuals with Disabilities Are Able to Live in Their Homes and Communities]( June 18, 2024 On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced an agreement with the State of Iowa to enforce Federal disability rights laws. [Read the full release →]( [See All News Releases]( [Module 2 - Image]( [Know the Warning Signs of Suicidal Behavior]( Everyone has a role to play in preventing suicide. Learning how to recognize the warning signs — and knowing what actions to take — can save a life. If you or someone you know is experiencing mental illness, substance misuse, a painful loss, violence, or social isolation, know that the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is always available. [Learn more →]( [Footer Logo]( U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, DC 20201 Toll Free Call Center: [1-877-696-6775](tel:18776966775) Website: [HHS.gov]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [YouTube]( [Instagram]( [LinkedIn]( [View in browser]( [Forward this email]( [Unsubscribe or manage your email preferences](