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Healthy People 2030 Seeks Public Comments on Proposed New Objectives and Refinement of Existing Screen Time Objectives

Posted on June 23, 2026 by ODPHP

Healthy People 2030.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking comments on 3 proposed new objectives and comments on refinement of 2 existing screen time objectives for Healthy People 2030. HHS invites members of the public — both individuals and organizations — to submit written comments through 11:59 p.m. ET, July 16, 2026.

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Healthy People, Healthy People News and Events, Health Literacy, Law and Health Policy

Get Moving During National Physical Fitness and Sports Month: Why Physical Activity Matters for Your Health and Happiness

Posted on May 7, 2026 by ODPHP

May isn’t just another spring month — it’s National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, a nationwide observance that highlights the powerful benefits of physical activity and encourages Americans of all ages and abilities to build movement into their daily lives. It’s the perfect time to recommit to healthier habits and get moving.

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Healthy Aging, Healthy People, Physical Activity, National Youth Sports Strategy

Helping Older Adults Take Charge of Their Social Well-Being

Posted on September 29, 2025 by ODPHP

As the days shorten, cooler weather takes hold, and the urge to retreat indoors to the comfort of home grows, it is the perfect time to remind ourselves of the importance of social connection for older adults, renew support for more engagement in our communities, and make healthy aging a reality for all who live there.

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Healthy Aging

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