Rural Health Day, Vaccine Equity - HRSA Weekly

Health Resources and Services Administration

Monday, November 15, 2021
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Celebrate National Rural Health Day

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Read this Q&A with FORHP's Kristi Martinsen, director of the Hospital State Division to learn about health challenges faced by rural communities. National Rural Health day is this Thursday, Nov. 18 and kicks off with remarks by Acting Administrator, Diana Espinosa at 11:30 a.m. See agenda for full schedule of events.

News

HHS Vaccine Equity

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HRSA announced $143.5 million in American Rescue Plan funding to expand community-based efforts for local vaccine outreach to build confidence and address barriers.


HRSA Honors Veterans

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CAPT Carmen Clelland of OHE discussed the history of Native American military service at the Veterans Day observance. The event was sponsored by Veterans Council, which represents the more than160 vets on staff.


Transgender Primary Care 

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Register to join a conversation on Transgender-Affirming Primary Care, Wed., Nov. 17 at noon.


Staff Vaccinations

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Employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by Nov. 22, unless the law allows an exception. Employees may now report their vaccination status using HHS Vax. Accommodations can be requested by email.


One Drive Migration 

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Documents, pictures and desktop folders will soon migrate to OneDrive. Check out the OneDrive SharePoint Information Page to learn the benefits of OneDrive, today.


Flu Shot Availability

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Staff can schedule an appointment for free flu shots now through Nov 30, at the FOH 5600 Health Center every Tues. and Thurs. from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Email or call (202)-897-6122 to schedule an appointment.  


Communication Resources

Web design help, social media and visual style guidelines, the video request form, images, logos, templates and more are all on the OC SharePoint site.

Contact your communications liaison before reaching out to OC directly.

Previous issues of The HRSA Weekly are in the archives.


COVID-19 Updates

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Visit the COVID-19 Employee Safety Information pages to get your questions answered about 5600 Fishers Lane and the ways HRSA has committed to protecting employees and minimizing disruption to the agency’s mission.

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HRSA Honor Awards

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Join the 39th Annual HRSA Honor Awards “Virtual” Ceremony, Nov. 18, from 1–2 p.m. For reasonable accommodation requests, e-mail RA-Request@hrsa.gov.


Staff Mentoring Program

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Join the new HRSA Mentoring Program to expand your professional network and learn healthy habits for intentional career growth.


Food Trucks 

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Available Wednesdays in November, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at 5601 Fishers Lane.


Virtual Health Fair

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Register for a virtual Open Season health fair, which includes live chat sessions with participating insurance carriers and more, from Nov. 8-Dec. 13.


Donate to CFC

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This week’s cause is Children and Family Services. Pledge to support children and families with education and other opportunities.


Federal Benefits

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The 2021 open season runs from Nov. 8 to Dec. 13. Find FAQs, premium information, plan comparison tools and more on OHR's Federal Benefits Open Season site.


Medicare 101 Webinars

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Register for one of the monthly webinars running through January to learn how the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and Medicare work in retirement.


Fitness Center Updates

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Check out HRSA's November virtual group exercise class schedule and newsletter.


Linking HRSA's Officers

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As HRSA’s only Flag Officer, RADM Krista Pedley is committed to creating opportunities to connect with officers. Interested? Contact Elizabeth Garrison.


COS: Open Office Hours

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HRSA’s Chief of Staff, Jordan Grossman, is hosting "Open Office Hours" every other Wed. for staff. Email Rosa Torres to set up a virtual appointment. 

Profile

Michael Fallahkhair

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Seasoned HHS budget analyst and troubleshooter, has rejoined FORHP as a Principal Advisor.

Learning

Community Health Worker

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Join this discussion on promoting Community Health Worker workforce leadership development, today, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. This event is supported by the NOSLO cooperative agreement.


Be Positive Webinar

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Join this workshop to learn tips and tools to manage challenges and change, tomorrow, Nov 16, from noon-1 p.m. using code "hrsa."


Hispanic Health Equity

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Register for a webinar on breaking down social barriers of health amid a pandemic, Wed., Nov. 17 at 1 p.m.


Supervisor RA Training 

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Learn the basics of the Reasonable Accommodation process and your role as a supervisor, Wed., Nov. 17 from 1-2:30 p.m.


Wellness Webinar

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Join a virtual wellness workshop Wed., Nov 17, from 1-1:30 p.m. using code "hrsa."


Workforce Flexibility

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Register for a webinar that examines governor-issued executive orders that expanded scope-of-practice during the COVID-19 pandemic, Wed., Nov., 17 at 2 p.m.


Telework Resources

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Find helpful telework resources to assist you during the COVID-19 pandemic.


HR

Read the HR Connection for OHR events and announcements.

HLI virtual trainings updated schedule.

Software training schedule.


COVID-19 Leave Options

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Read a summary of leave options and resources available to staff.

Detail assignments to other HRSA and HHS offices are on the HRSA Detail Opportunities page