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Major HHS Layoffs Threaten Health Data Access and Support

4/23/2025

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The Department of Health and Human Services is facing major layoffs that are affecting FOIA teams and caseworkers at agencies such as the CDC and CMS. These cuts threaten public access to vital health data and support for Affordable Care Act enrollees, sparking fears about accountability and the nation's capacity to monitor health issues effectively.

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Story summary

The Department of Health and Human Services is facing major layoffs that are affecting FOIA teams and caseworkers at agencies such as the CDC and CMS. These cuts threaten public access to vital health data and support for Affordable Care Act enrollees, sparking fears about accountability and the nation's capacity to monitor health issues effectively.