2015 - Page 3 of 22 - News & Events

‘Tis the Season to Keep Active

Posted on December 9, 2015 by ODPHP

Written on behalf of the NIH/NIDDK Weight-Control Information Network

The holiday season seems like the perfect excuse to put physical activity on the back burner. Combine cold weather and shorter days with holiday activities and preparations, and it’s easy to see how a physical activity routine might fall lower on the priority list this time of year.…

Empowering People to Manage Their Diabetes: A Healthy People 2020 Spotlight on Health Webinar

Posted on December 3, 2015 by ODPHP

Join Healthy People 2020 and the Diabetes Advocacy Alliance for a webinar highlighting evidence-based resources and strategies focused on diabetes self-management education. Diabetes affects an estimated 29.1 million people in the United States. Diabetes self-management education is a proven strategy for reducing complications and improving quality of life for people with diabetes.

National Physical Activity Plan Commentaries on Physical Activity and Health

Posted on December 2, 2015 by ODPHP

Written on behalf of the National Physical Activity Plan

The National Physical Activity Plan (NPAP) commentary series, a bi-monthly e-publication designed to draw attention to timely and thought-provoking issues in physical activity and public health, released its third installment December 1, 2015. These opinion essays aim to generate momentum to advance the field of physical activity and public health.…

Three Preventive Services You Might Not Have Known About

Posted on November 27, 2015 by ODPHP

During open enrollment, many will gain access to health insurance for the first time and may want to know more about how health insurance can help them stay healthy. Those who have never had health insurance may be unaware of preventive services that are available.