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CDC: Solicitation of Nominations for Appointment to the Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee Federal Register

Apr 15, 2024 - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking nominations for the Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee (HICPAC). HICPAC is charged with advising the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and CDC regarding the practice of infection control and strategies for surveillance, prevention, and control of healthcare-associated infections, antimicrobial resistance, and related events in settings where healthcare is provided. Nominations are due by September 30, 2024.

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FEMA: National Advisory Council Federal Register

Apr 8, 2024 - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting applications for the FEMA National Advisory Council (NAC), which advises the FEMA Administrator on all aspects of emergency management, incorporating input from and ensuring coordination with state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, and the non-governmental and private sectors. Applications are due by May 12, 2024.

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CDC: Solicitation for Nominations for Appointment to the Board of Scientific Counselors, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Federal Register

Mar 18, 2024 - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking nominations for membership on the Board of Scientific Counselors, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BSC, NIOSH). Nominations are due by April 17, 2024.

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NRHA Announces 2024 Rural Health Awardees

Mar 13, 2024 - Announces recipients of the 2024 Rural Health Awards from the National Rural Health Association. Recipients will be honored at NRHA's 47th Annual Rural Health Conference in May.

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How NRHA, USDA Are Helping Rural Hospitals

Feb 28, 2024 - Describes the technical assistance available to rural hospitals through a partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture and National Rural Health Association (NRHA). NRHA offers guidance with hospital finances and leadership training opportunities for administrators.

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Getting to Know NRHA President Kevin Bennett

Feb 27, 2024 - Interview with the new National Rural Health Association (NRHA) President. Discusses his career, experience with NRHA, goals for the year, and the future of rural health.

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AHRQ: National Advisory Council for Healthcare Research and Quality: Request for Nominations for Members Federal Register

Feb 20, 2024 - The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is requesting nominations for the National Advisory Council for Healthcare Research and Quality to serve 3-year terms and replace seven current members whose terms will expire in November 2024. The committee advises the AHRQ director and the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding AHRQ's mission. At least one member of the committee must be familiar with rural health issues. Nominations are due within 60 days of this notice.

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