GARLAND — Sitting at her desk, Luna Mestre-Colón felt her throat tighten. She reached into her binder and pulled out a piece of paper with instructions for a breathing exercise, the edges creased from frequent use. The school counselor told her to follow these steps when she felt an anxiety […]
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HHS Issues New Guidance for Health Care Providers on Civil Rights Protections for People with Disabilities
Today, the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) issued guidance to health care providers on civil rights protections for people with disabilities. The guidance, issued by HHS’ Office for Civil Rights, makes clear that in light of the continuing public health emergency, when resources can be scarce, it is […]