A group of lawmakers is asking the Government Accountability Office to examine unspent mental health funds, The Washington Post reported March 20.
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The city of Boston is spending $21 million to increase access to mental and behavioral health services and programs throughout the city.
NorthCare has opened a new certified community behavioral health clinic in Edmond, Okla.
California voters have approved a ballot measure that aims to address the state's homelessness crisis and transform mental healthcare, NPR reported March 21.
North Memorial Health Hospital will close its outpatient mental health services at the end of August, the Star Tribune reported March 20.
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The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services has launched a scholarship program to increase the number of behavioral health professionals in the state.
The CDC's National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has released a set of guidelines for hospital leaders to reduce staff burnout.
U.S. Sens. Tina Smith and Laphonza Butler have introduced a bill focused on mental health and crisis intervention resources for at-risk LGBTQ+ youth across the country.
Behavioral health and addiction issues are among the top three concerns for hospital CEOs across the country, according to a survey from the American College of Healthcare Executives.
Acadia Healthcare is eyeing more acquisitions in 2024.