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NY Health Urges Colorectal Cancer Screening for Adults Under 50

The New York State Department of Health is urging adults aged 45 and older to undergo colorectal cancer screening, as it is now a leading cause of cancer death for those under 50. The department highlights that screening can prevent or detect the cancer early, and aims to improve current screening rates.

SAMHSA Proposed Collection for Underage Drinking Prevention Activities

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has published a notice requesting public comment on a proposed collection of information related to underage drinking prevention activities. This notice initiates a 60-day comment period for interested parties.

SAMHSA Extends NSDUH Field Tests; Comment Deadline May 12

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has extended the field tests for the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). The agency is requesting public comments on this extension, with a deadline of May 12, 2026.

NY Health Urges Colorectal Cancer Screening for Adults 45+

The New York State Department of Health is urging adults aged 45 and older to get screened for colorectal cancer, as it is now a leading cause of cancer death for those under 50. The department highlights that screening can prevent or detect the cancer early, and aims to improve current screening rates across the state.

NIH Extends Common Forms Timeline for Biographical Sketch and Other Support

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has extended the leniency period for implementing Common Forms for Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support until May 2026. This notice adjusts the original January 25, 2026 deadline to allow the extramural community more time for adoption and compliance.

NIH Reminder: IRB Approval Certification Required Before Award

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) issued a notice reminding the extramural research community that certification of Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval is required before award for nonexempt human subjects research. Funds cannot be used for such research without this certification, which must be the date of final IRB approval, not pending or expired.

HRSA 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Application and Comment Period

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced a voluntary 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program for 2026 drugs. HRSA is seeking public comment on the application process for manufacturers and the pilot program itself, with a 30-day comment period.

HRSA Lowers Out-of-Pocket Medication Costs at Health Centers

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has issued updated award terms requiring HRSA-funded health centers to provide insulin and injectable epinephrine to low-income patients at or below the price paid by the center through the 340B Drug Pricing Program. This action aims to lower out-of-pocket costs for life-saving medications nationwide.

HHS Settles HIPAA Breach Case with BST CPAs for $175,000

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has settled a HIPAA breach case with BST & Co. CPAs, LLP for $175,000. The settlement resolves allegations that BST failed to conduct a risk analysis following a ransomware attack that impacted the protected health information of 170,000 individuals.

MMG Fusion Settles HIPAA Violations for $10,000

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has reached a resolution agreement with MMG Fusion, LLC, a business associate handling protected health information (PHI). MMG Fusion will pay $10,000 to settle alleged violations of HIPAA's Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rules following a data breach that exposed patient information.