How Cosmetics Can Impact Your Health, Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage, and More

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, learn how [some ingredients in cosmetics]( can impact your health, and read about the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) $27.5 million in[funding opportunities enhancing women’s behavioral health.]( [See All News Releases]( Latest U.S. Department of Health & Human Services News Releases [Module 1 - Image]( [How Cosmetics Can Impact Your Health]( Cosmetic and beauty products do not need to be approved by the FDA. The safety of these products is the legal responsibility of the manufacturer. Learn about common ingredients found in cosmetics and how they may impact your health. [Explore resources →]( HHS News Releases Week of July 14th, 2024 [HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra Declares Public Health Emergency for Texas in Response to Hurricane Beryl]( July 12, 2024 On Friday, July 12, 2024, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) for Texas to address the health impacts of recent severe weather. [Read the full release →]( [HHS Proposes Physician Payment Rule to Drive Whole-Person Care and Improve Health Quality for All Individuals with Medicare]( July 10, 2024 On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), proposed new policies in the calendar year (CY) 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) proposed rule to advance health equity and support whole-person care. [Read the full release →]( [HHS Proposes HTI-2 Rule to Improve Patient Engagement, Information Sharing, and Public Health Interoperability]( July 10, 2024 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC), today released the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Patient Engagement, Information Sharing, and Public Health Interoperability (HTI-2) proposed rule for public comment. [Read the full statement →]( [Biden Harris Administration Proposes Policies to Reduce Maternal Mortality, Advance Health Equity, and Support Underserved Communities]( July 10, 2024 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is proposing new policies that aim to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity, which disproportionally affect underserved communities. [Read the full statement →]( [Biden-Harris Administration Announces $27.5 Million in Funding Opportunities Enhancing Women’s Behavioral Health]( July 8, 2024 On Monday, July 8, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), announced notices of funding opportunities aimed at improving women’s behavioral health across the United States. [Read the full release →]( [See All News Releases]( [Module 2 - Image]( [Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage]( Spending time outside is a great way to be physically active, reduce stress, and get vitamin D. By protecting your skin from the sun, you can work and play outside without raising your skin cancer risk. Protection from UV rays is important all year. Learn more about how to protect yourself from UV rays. [Tips to stay safe →]( [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](