Chronic Disease in Rural America – News
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HHS: Solicitation of Nominations for Membership on the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS
Federal Register
Jun 11, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking nominations for membership on the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS (PACHA). PACHA was established to provide advice, information, and recommendations to the Secretary regarding programs, policies, and research to promote effective treatment, prevention and cure of HIV and AIDS, including considering common comorbidities, as needed to promote effective HIV diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and quality care services. Nominations are due within 30 days of this notice.
Source: Federal Register
Jun 2, 2026 - Describes the American Heart Association's Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator, a program designed to assist rural hospitals with implementing evidence-based heart disease and stroke care. The 3-year free program includes access to resources, peer-learning and collaboration, and the AHA's Get With The Guidelines program. Highlights improved outcomes at hospitals across the country as part of participation in the program. Enrollment is open through June 2028.
Source: National Rural Health Association
Related funding:
Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator
May 13, 2026 - The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is
encouraging HRSA-funded health centers to expand efforts to
promote proper nutrition as part of the Administration's
Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative. Expanding
access to food-based interventions can help improve health
outcomes for patients with chronic diseases and other
conditions.
Source: Health Resources & Services Administration