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CalHHS Emergency Resource Guide

Please be sure to follow evacuation orders from law enforcement. For life-threatening emergencies, please immediately call 911. View the Emergency Resource Guide in Spanish. CALL TO ACTION In an emergency, we all have a responsibility to check on our family, friends, and neighbors, especially older individuals, those with disabilities, and our children. Please take a moment to check-in …

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Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the Announced Closure of Madera Community Hospital

Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the Announced Closure of Madera Community Hospital “This is a difficult time for the Madera community. We are grateful to the hospitals and health care providers in the region who are stepping up so that the individuals and communities impacted by the announced …

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Statement from California Health & Human Services Agency Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the 2022- 2023 Budget

“This historic budget signed by the Governor today builds on prior investments in health and human services and furthers our vision of a Healthy California for All. The budget improves our ability to serve the whole person, and ensures that the health care, housing, and social needs of those we serve are considered together, not …

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Joint Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly and California Department of Social Services Director Kim Johnson on First Federal Update in 45 Years to Nutrition Benefits

“California families and individuals receiving nutrition benefits through CalFresh will receive vital food resources as more than $2 billion in additional nutrition benefits are coming their way. “For the first time in more than 45 years, the federal government has updated the methodology it uses to determine nutrition benefits to more accurately reflect the current …

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Valencia Branch Laboratory Receives Initial Licensing Report, Vows Improvement for Californians

For Immediate Release February 22, 2021 Contact: Kate.Folmar@chhs.ca.gov Rodger.Butler@chhs.ca.gov Sacramento – The Laboratory Field Services Division of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), which regulates laboratories in the state, found significant deficiencies in the Valencia Branch Laboratory during an initial routine inspection that occurred in early December, when the laboratory first opened. PerkinElmer is …

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Department of Social Services Issues Notice on Fake Letter

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has become aware of a fake letter containing references to Merced County Human Services Agency that is circulating on social media. If you have info about the source of the letter, please contact CDSS at (916) 651-8848 or piar@dss.ca.gov. Read more: bit.ly/2WOGiee

Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on Release of Governor Newsom’s Proposed State Budget

“There is no question that Governor Newsom is California’s health and human services governor. The governor’s Budget makes bold investments to advance key health and human services priorities including quality, affordable health care regardless of your age or income; transformed health care services through the Medi-Cal program; lower prescription drug costs; integrated behavioral health care …

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Cal Hospital Compare Announces 2019 Honor Rolls

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: December 13, 2019CONTACT: (916) 654-3304 Sacramento, CA – On December 13, 2019, California Health and Human Services Agency Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly, along with Cal Hospital Compare, recognized hospitals across California for their high performance in maternity care, patient safety, and commitment to safe opioid care. • 36 hospitals met performance …

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Statement from California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly on the Federal Able Bodied Adults without Dependents Time Limit Rule

The California Health and Human Services Agency, along with the California Department of Social Services, opposes the new rule outlined today to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known as CalFresh in California, because it could harm the health and well-being of hundreds of thousands of Californians by restricting access to critical food assistance. …

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Senate Bill 276 and Senate Bill 714: Vaccinations and Medical Exemptions Questions and Answers

What is “herd immunity”? “Herd immunity”, also known as “community immunity”, is the level of immunity that will prevent the spread of an infectious disease in a population. For measles, for example, the level of vaccination needed to achieve herd immunity is approximately 95%. If immunity is above the “herd immunity” threshold for a group …

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL: Master Plan for Early Learning and Care

The California Health and Human Services (CHHS) Agency is inviting you to review and respond to this Request for Proposal (RFP) for Research, Development, and Project Management Services for the Master Plan for Early Learning and Care (MPELC) for California initiative. The CHHS Agency, in concurrence with the California State Board of Education (SBE) and …

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Assistance for Health Plan Enrollees Impacted by Earthquakes

The California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) requires California health plans to help victims of Natural Disasters, including earthquakes, wildfires and flooding, who are experiencing problems obtaining health care services. This could include speeding up approvals for care, replacing lost prescriptions and ID cards, or quickly arranging health care at other facilities if a …

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CHHS Earthquake Consumer Resources

HEALTH, PUBLIC HEALTH, AND COUNSELING CRISIS COUNSELING Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. SERVICES FOR SENIORS The California Department of Aging contracts with and provides leadership …

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