Kennedy pledges to improve Indian health
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominated to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, has committed to addressing ongoing challenges within the Indian Health Service. Kennedy expressed support for elevating the IHS Director to an Assistant Secretary position, a move backed by bipartisan legislators. This proposal aims to improve Native health representation and fulfill trust obligations to American Indians and Alaska Natives.
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