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ODPHP plays a crucial role in keeping the nation healthy. Stay up to date on our work by checking out our blog posts, news and announcements, and upcoming events.

Get Active to Support Your Mental Health During National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

Posted on May 1, 2024 by ODPHP

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In May we observe National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Since 1983, each President has publicly recognized and promoted the importance of physical activity to good overall health. This year, President Biden issued a Proclamation commemorating this year’s observance, saying, “We can all come together, feel better, and live longer if we stay active, exercise, and keep moving.”

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Registration Is Now Open for the Next Healthy People 2030 Webinar, Air Quality Matters: Improving Health and Lung Function with Healthy People 2030 Objectives

Posted on April 29, 2024 by ODPHP

Healthy People 2030

The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) is pleased to announce its next Healthy People 2030 webinar: Air Quality Matters: Improving Health and Lung Function with Healthy People 2030 Objectives. This webinar will take place on Wednesday, June 12 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm ET. Continuing Education Credits (CEs) are available.

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Detroit Parks & Recreation: Focusing on Fun to Keep Older Adults Active and Connected

Posted on April 23, 2024 by ODPHP

This blog post is part of a spotlight series featuring examples of programs and community design changes that get older adults moving. The posts were first published as part of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Midcourse Report: Implementation Strategies for Older Adults and highlight ways to apply strategies from the report in different settings.

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May National Health Observances: Physical Fitness, Mental Health, Older Adults, and Women’s Health

Posted on April 22, 2024 by ODPHP

National Health Observances

Each month, we feature select National Health Observances (NHOs) that support our mission to improve health across the United States. In May, we’re raising awareness about physical fitness, mental health, older adults’ health and well-being, and women’s health.Use our list of resources below to promote these NHOs with your networks...

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