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Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Prevention of Underage Drinking Requests Public Comment on Proposed Methodology for Alcohol Intake and Health Study

Posted on July 2, 2024 by ODPHP

The Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Prevention of Underage Drinking (ICCPUD) has announced a request for public comment on the proposed methodology it will use to complete its Alcohol Intake and Health (AIH) study. Public comments will help ensure the broadest evidence base and available data are considered in this study and that the methodology is scientifically rigorous.

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Dietary Guidelines, Food and Nutrition

Deadline Extended - Nomination Period for 2024 President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Awards Now Closes July 12

Posted on June 26, 2024 by ODPHP

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The President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition (Council) has extended the deadline to submit nominations for the 2024 Council Awards. The 2024 Council Awards recognize individuals or organizations that have made contributions to the advancement or promotion of physical activity, fitness, sports, or nutrition...

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PCSFN, Physical Activity, Food and Nutrition

Save the Date: National Healthy Aging Symposium to Take Place September 26, 2024

Posted on June 21, 2024 by ODPHP

National Healthy Aging Symposium, Save the Date, September 26, 2024

The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion and Trust for America’s Health are excited to announce the National Healthy Aging Symposium: Innovation Across the Age-Friendly Ecosystem. In observance of Healthy Aging Month, this no-cost virtual event will take place on September 26, 2024.

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ODPHP, Public and Private Organizations Form Coalition to Raise Awareness, Boost Uptake of Preventive Health Services

Posted on June 18, 2024 by ODPHP

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The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) has joined a coalition of government and private-sector health partners led by American’s Health Insurance Plans, Inc. (known as AHIP) to launch a campaign to promote increased uptake of clinical preventive services (CPS).

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