HRSA eNews: April 2023, Volume 2

HRSA sent this bulletin at 04/20/2023 01:27 PM EDT
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April 20, 2023

Administrator Johnson Testifies on HRSA Programs

HRSA Administrator Carole Johnson Testifying

Yesterday, Administrator Johnson testified before the House of Representatives Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Health about three vital HRSA programs. The Administrator spoke to the need to extend mandatory funding for the Health Center Program, the National Health Service Corps, and the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education Program before the end of the fiscal year, as well as highlighted HRSA’s FY 24 Budget proposals. Listen to the hearing here: “Examining Existing Federal Programs to Build a Stronger Health Workforce and Improve Primary Care”.

National Minority Health Month

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Health Resources and Services Administration’s Office of Health Equity is hosting the National Minority Health Month: Better Health Through Better Understanding hybrid observance on Tuesday, April 25, 1- 2 p.m. ET. This year’s theme highlights the importance of improving health outcomes for racial and ethnic minority communities through culturally and linguistically competent healthcare, information, and resources. Limited, on-site seating is available for pre-registered federal staff.

Registration is now open for virtual and on-site attendance.

Maternal Mental Health Among Asian American & Pacific Islander Communities

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To recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and Maternal Mental Health Month, HRSA’s Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs is hosting a webinar on maternal mental health among AAPI communities on Thursday, May 4, 3 p.m. ET. Join us to hear about current research and resources for maternal mental health among AAPI communities and learn how HRSA-supported Asian Health Services in Oakland, CA is addressing maternal mental health among its AAPI population. 

Register for the webinar.

New Funding Opportunity to Improve Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health in Rural Communities 

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HRSA is now accepting applications for the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program – Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health. Approximately $9 million is available to increase the number of children and adolescents in rural areas who can receive behavioral health care and supportive services to prevent substance misuse in adulthood.

Learn about eligibility and how to apply. Applications are due Wednesday, May 24.

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April

  • Autism Awareness Month
  • Donate Life Month
  • National Minority Health Month
  • Sexual Assault Awareness Month
  • National Public Health Week (3-9)
  • World Health Day (7)
  • Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day (10)
  • Black Maternal Health Week (11-17)
  • National Pediatric Transplant Week (23-29)

Funding Opportunities

Health Workforce

National Health Service Corps Three Loan Repayment Programs - apply by April 25

National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program - apply by April 27

Nurse Education, Practice, Quality and Retention (NEPQR)-Pathway to Registered Nurse Program (PRNP) - apply by April 27

Nurse Faculty Loan Program - apply by May 1

Health Careers Opportunity Program: The National HCOP Academies - apply by May 24

Federal Office of Rural Health Policy

Delta Health Systems Implementation Program - apply by May 18

Rural Communities Opioid Response Program – Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health - apply by May 24

Rural Health Care Coordination Program - apply by May 26

Office of Federal Assistance Management

Community Project Funding / Congressionally Directed Spending (CPF/CDS): Non-Construction Projects - apply by June 1

Community Project Funding / Congressionally Directed Spending (CPF/CDS): Facilities and/or Equipment (“Construction”) Projects - apply by June 1

HIV/AIDS Bureau

Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part B States/Territories Supplemental Grant Program - apply by April 20

A Status Neutral Approach to Improve HIV Prevention and Health Outcomes for Racial and Ethnic Minorities – Evaluation and Technical Assistance Provider (ETAP) - apply by June 12

A Status Neutral Approach to Improve HIV Prevention and Health Outcomes for Racial and Ethnic Minorities – Implementation Sites - apply by June 12

Maternal and Child Health

Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) Technical Assistance Center - apply by May 9

Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health (AIM) Capacity - apply by May 9

Integrated Maternal Health Services -apply by May 24

Screening and Treatment for Maternal Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders - apply by June 2

State Maternal Health Innovation Program - apply by June 2

Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Program - apply by June 12

Maternal Health Research Collaborative for Minority-Serving Institutions (MH-RC-MSI) Coordinating Center (CC) - apply by June 12

Maternal Health Research Collaborative for Minority-Serving Institutions (MH-RC-MSI) Research Centers (RCs) - apply by June 12

Maternal and Child Health Services - apply by July 31

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