News & Events

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.

Announcing the Physical Activity Guidelines Midcourse Report on Older Adults!

Physical Activity Midcourse Report on Older Adults

Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans Midcourse Report: Implementation Strategies for Older Adults (Midcourse Report). The Midcourse Report is a guide to help policy makers; exercise and health professionals; health care providers; gerontologists; built environment professionals; local, state, territorial, and tribal leaders; and others working with older adults implement strategies to support physical activity among adults ages 65 years and older...

July National Health Observances: HIV Stigma and Hepatitis Awareness

National Health Observances

Each month we feature select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our priorities for improving health across the United States. In July we are raising awareness about HIV stigma and viral hepatitis. Below you’ll find links to resources that will help you promote these NHOs. Join us in advocating for better health nationwide!Zero HIV Stigma DayAs a collaborative effort, the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care (IAPAC) and NAZ are celebrating Zero HIV Stigma Day on July 21 to globally raise awareness about HIV stigma and help people learn about ways to stop it...

ODPHP’s MyHealthfinder Tool Recognized with a 2023 ClearMark Award

MyHealthfinder Take Good Care

ODPHP is pleased to announce that the MyHealthfinder preventive services tool is a 2023 Clearmark Award winner! The Center for Plain Language ClearMark Awards recognize the best in plain-language communications—in English, French, and Spanish—from government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private companies in North America.

There’s Still Time to Register for the Annual Meeting of the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition

President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition

The first public meeting of the Biden-Harris Administration’s President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition will be held on June 27, 2023, from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm ET, at the Hubert H. Humphrey building in Washington, DC. In-person registration has closed, but virtual registration is currently open through June 26th. Register to attend the meeting virtually.