CMS Demonstration to Test Efficacy of Advanced Primary Care Model
Program will fund the transformation of 500 health centers into advanced primary care practices.
NSTC Issues Report on Government Involvement in Standards Development
Agencies should aim to support, not lead the development of technological standards, except in specific instances.
NSF and White House Address Work-Life Balance for Scientists
Agency initiative aims to retain more women in STEM fields.
CMS Issues Guidance on Same-Sex Partners as Patient Representatives
Hospitals cannot discriminate against same-sex domestic partners as representatives for incapacitated patients.
Federal Agencies Submit Scientific Integrity Policies
Policies submitted in response to OSTP memorandum.
FDA Issues Reports on International Collaboration
Agency reports on pilot programs to increase international regulatory collaboration.
HHS Proposes Rules for Affordable Insurance Exchanges
Proposed federal standards issued for implementing health care reform.
HHS Releases Progress Report on Open Government
The agency details its plans to enhance transparency, public collaboration.
White House Offers Guidance on Nanotechnology Policy
EPA, FDA respond with calls for public comments.
