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- Hurricane Helene Public Health Emergencies Declared in Several States
Due to severe flooding and devastating conditions in the Southeast of the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health and Human Services (HHS) have responded with health emergency alerts and resources to the public. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is giving health care providers in these states greater flexibility to meet the needs of Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries.
Shipments to and from the CDC in Atlanta may experience disruptions. The Shipping and Export Activities (SEA) at CDC will be operating on a limited shipping schedule and will prioritize shipments for emergencies only. Click here for more information.