The HASD&IC Biweekly Briefing provides timely news and information for HASD&IC members and associates and is published on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Key articles and issues of interest from each publication, along with the President’s Message, are included below.
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5 Things To Know: HCAI to Host Behavioral Health Workforce Funding Webinar
Hospitals providing behavioral health services are urged to register for a Department of Health Care Access and Information webinar on June 9 at 2:30 p.m. (PT) to learn about the Medi‑Cal Behavioral Health Recruitment and Retention Program.
5 Things To Know: Agencies Provide Clinical Updates on Hantavirus and Ebola
Recordings are available of recent calls from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Infectious Disease Society of America that provided updates for health care providers.
5 Things To Know: Agencies Provide Clinical Updates on Hantavirus and Ebola
Recordings are available of recent calls from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Infectious Disease Society of America that provided updates for health care providers.
5 Things To Know: CDPH Releases AFL on Staffing Ratios for Acute Psychiatric Hospitals
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has released All-Facilities Letter (AFL) 26-17, which informs acute psychiatric hospitals of the nurse staffing ratios that took effect on June 1.
5 Things To Know: El Centro to Host Juneteenth Community Celebration
The event will feature an afternoon of live entertainment, vendors, and culture to celebrate Juneteenth on June 13 from noon to 4 p.m. at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sports Pavilion.
5 Things To Know: OHCA Board Reaffirms Support for Draconian Hospital Penalties
As reported in last week’s CHA News, the Office of Health Care Affordability (OHCA) board met May 27 to continue its enforcement discussion, which may include penalties in the tens — or even hundreds — of millions of dollars per hospital.
Ballot Measure Seeks to Strengthen Health and Safety Needs Across San Diego County
Last week, the San Diego County Health and Safety Act (a measure that would raise the sales tax by a half-cent across San Diego County) qualified for the November ballot. This citizens’ initiative — which is supported by nonprofit and labor organizations, including HASD&IC — is focused on protecting health care, childcare and public safety, and addressing the Tijuana River sewage crisis.
Behavioral Health in Focus During Mental Health Awareness Month
During this Mental Health Awareness Month, we are reminded that behavioral health is an essential part of overall health. Increasingly, the pressures facing our communities — from economic instability to policy changes affecting access to basic needs like nutrition support, including loss of CalFresh benefits under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — are contributing to heightened stress and mental health challenges.
5 Things To Know: CDPH Releases Measles Preparedness Guidance for Hospitals
With the recent increase in measles cases throughout the state, the California Department of Public Health has released All Facilities Letter 26-16, which provides recommendations and resources for hospitals to use when developing or updating their measles preparedness plans.
5 Things To Know: CDPH Issues Guidance on Courtesy Birth Certificates
The California Department of Public Health has published an All County letter with updated guidance on courtesy birth certificates, which hospitals provide when a child is born outside the hospital but in the same local registration district, or shortly before arriving at —or en route to — the hospital.
