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HHS Announces First Group from Health Tech Startup Accelerator

August 19, 2022 - The inaugural cohort of the HHS PandemicX Accelerator have completed the public-private health collaboration program and are sharing how they are addressing federal health challenges such as health equity and public health. PandemicX Accelerator is designed to support innovation and entrepreneurship in the health tech space through mentorship and...


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by Shania Kennedy

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by Jessica Kent

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by Jessica Kent

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by Jessica Kent

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