Latest News and grants from The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). This HHS agency’s mission is to fund pivotal, high‑risk/high‑reward technologies that traditional research or commercial pathways struggle to deliver—mirroring the DARPA model but focused on health.

Building on lessons learned during the COVID-19 public health emergency, the agency is exploring ways to reduce reliance on foreign-made medical supplies and enhance the nation’s readiness for future emergencies while supporting American workers and manufacturers.

HHS & DEA extend telemedicine flexibilities for prescribing controlled medications through 2026. This action ensures that patients who rely on telemedicine, including seniors, rural residents, people with disabilities, and individuals receiving treatment for mental health conditions or substance use disorder, can continue accessing care without interruption.

By Jake Bice – In early 2025, Frederick Health experienced a ransomware attack that affected more than 900,000 patient records and slowed operations for weeks. Frederick Health has permitted us to share this account of what actually occurred during the attack so that other healthcare organizations can learn valuable lessons.