Behavioral Health Initiatives

Behavioral Health & Substance Use Disorder

Mental health — equally as important as physical health — refers to an individual’s cognitive, behavioral and emotional well-being. It is all about how people think, feel and behave. An estimated 44 million adults live with a mental illness, yet nearly 60% don’t receive treatment in a given year. This section explores and provides resources to address behavioral health and substance use disorders.

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MHA Distributes Analysis For FFY 2027 Final Medicare IRF PPS

September 9, 2026

DHSS Issues Health Alert On Increased Measles Activity In Midwest

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services issued a health alert encouraging health care providers to remain aware of increased measles…

September 4, 2026

MedPAC Shares Analysis Of Health Care And Medicare Spending

MedPAC released a summary of an analysis that contains information about health care spending and trends in Medicare expenditures. Key findings…

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September 4, 2026

Family Support Division Releases New FAQs On Work Requirements

Following a town hall meeting, the Missouri Department of Social Services’ Family Support Division released a new list of FAQs related to the changes…

September 4, 2026

President Signs Short-Term Continuing Resolution Into Law

Chairman Jason Smith’s Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2026, H.R. 6500, was signed into law on Sept. 2. The resolution funds the…

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