January 2020

Meet the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Science Board

Today, ODPHP is excited to announce the members of the 2020-2021 President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Science Board. This group of academic and medical experts will provide the Council with a solid scientific foundation in youth sports research.

Healthy People 2020 Progress Review Webinar: The Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment of Sensory and Communication Disorders

February 22, 2018 | 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. ET | Register Now Join us on Thursday, February 22 at 12:30 p.m. ET for a Progress Review webinar featuring 2 Healthy People 2020 topic areas: Hearing and Other Sensory or Communication Disorders Vision You’ll also learn how the University of Arizona is developing a community‐based health education and support program for adults with hearing loss and their families...

Help Shape Federal Diabetes Prevention and Treatment Programs — Submit Your Comments!

A woman tests her blood sugar.

The National Clinical Care Commission (the Commission or NCCC) is seeking written comments about federal diabetes prevention and treatment programs. The public comment period is open from January 15, 2020 through March 31, 2020. You’re invited to review and comment on a set of questions about diabetes prevention and treatment — including questions about specific recommendations for federal agencies, best practices, and limitations and gaps in federal programs...

Happy, Healthy New Year from odphp.health.gov!

As the new year begins, many people are focused on healthier choices — and they may turn to health professionals like you for guidance. This year, let odphp.health.gov help you guide the way toward better health. Healthy Eating Looking for nutrition information to guide your patients’ food choices in 2020? The Dietary Guidelines for Americans Toolkit for Professionals has all kinds of materials designed to help you share information from the current Dietary Guidelines with your patients, clients, and peers...