HHS awards $20 million to increase telehealth access
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HHS Awards $20 Million to Combat COVID-19 Pandemic through Telehealth
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), awarded $20 million to increase telehealth access and infrastructure for providers and families to help prevent and respond to COVID-19. The funds will increase capability, capacity and access to telehealth and distant care services for providers, pregnant ...