Rural Health
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CDC: Agency Forms Undergoing Paperwork Reduction Act Review
Federal Register
Dec 22, 2025 - The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is allowing an additional 30 days for comments on a proposed information collection project titled "National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Respiratory Data." This information collection is designed to standardize the data elements collected from across the country regarding the impact of respiratory viruses on healthcare facilities. Comments are due within 30 days of this notice.
Source: Federal Register
Dec 22, 2025 - Notice from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) seeking comments on an information collection titled "Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) Initiative in the U.S. Triannual Report OMB No. 0906-0051—Revision." HRSA proposes to revise a footnote to provide clarity on existing instruction. Comments are due January 21, 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Dec 22, 2025 - Describes high rates of gun suicide among older California adults, particularly for those in rural communities. Discusses the connection between suicide and health conditions, rural barriers to care, and suicide prevention initiatives.
Source: Cal Matters
Dec 19, 2025 - Highlights a visit from Tennessee state officials to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Discusses recent and upcoming rural-focused projects at the Center in addition to facility updates. The projects will expand access to healthcare and advance cancer research.
Source: UTHSC News