The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) recognized 40 hospitals, 45 ambulance services, one regional team, and four individuals for excellence in stroke patient care.
Recent developments across the country and region are raising new public health concerns with potential implications for Arkansas.
RFK Jr. Nominated for HHS Secretary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been nominated as the next Secretary of Health and Human Services. Known for his skepticism about vaccines, Kennedy's appointment signals a possible shift in national health policy, especially regarding vaccine mandates and public health campaigns. His nomination has sparked discussions across the healthcare community about the future of preventative care strategies.
By: Antoinette Grajeda - Published Feb. 6, 2025 in Arkansas Advocate
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Thursday announced new legislation aimed at improving maternal health for the lowest-income Arkansans.
Much of the legislation, contained in identical versions of House and Senate bills filed Thursday, would make changes in the state Medicaid program, which Sanders said would cost about $45 million a year.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is now accepting applications for the 2025 session of the Arkansas Delta Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) Academy, an initiative that supports students in the Delta and South Arkansas as they pursue careers in healthcare.
Baptist Health Foundation has been selected as Bank of America’s 2024 Neighborhood Champion. The award recognizes organizations that drive positive social impact and economic opportunity in their communities. As part of this recognition, Baptist Health Foundation received a $50,000 grant, with $25,000 awarded in fall 2024 and the remaining $25,000 to be provided in fall 2025.
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