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HHS awards $5 million to Puerto Rico health centers to fight the spread of Zika virus

Dept. of Health & Human Services

HHS awards $5 million to Puerto Rico health centers to fight the spread of Zika virus

April 26, 2016 
Today, HHS Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell announced $5 million in funding to 20 health centers in Puerto Rico to further combat the Zika virus disease. Health centers will use this funding to expand voluntary family planning services, including contraceptive services, outreach and education, and to hire more staff.
“In Puerto Rico, and around the world, the Zika virus is a serious and challenging health threat,” said Burwell, who begins a two-day trip to the island today. “We are committed to doing everything we can to combat this threat and to help strengthen health care in Puerto Rico.”
Read more about today's announcement.
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