CDC Program to Address Social Factors Affecting Health and Reduce Inequities.
This Act authorizes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish a program aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing health inequities by addressing social determinants of health, such as unstable housing or food insecurity. Citizens in the most underserved communities may see improved access to social and health services, as the program provides grants to local health agencies and non-profit organizations to implement innovative strategies. The program is authorized to receive $100 million annually from 2025 through 2029, with most funds dedicated to grants and research.
Key points
New CDC Program: Establishes the Social Determinants of Health Program to coordinate activities aimed at improving health beyond medical care (e.g., living conditions, food access).
Community Grants: State, local, territorial, and Tribal health agencies and non-profit organizations will receive grants to design and implement evidence-based strategies to tackle social issues in their communities.
Focus on High-Need Areas: Priority for funding will be given to communities with significant unmet health and social needs, directly impacting the daily lives of residents in vulnerable areas.
Cross-Sector Collaboration: Grantees must collaborate with health systems, payers (including Medicaid/Medicare), housing, transportation, and food access organizations to comprehensively address citizens' non-medical needs.
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