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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.

The Coordinating Council on Access and Mobility Celebrates 20 Years of Uniting Transportation Efforts across the Federal Government

Veronica Vanterpool

For millions across the country, safe and reliable transportation to healthcare is critical, especially for people with disabilities. Without reliable transportation, older adults regularly miss critical medical appointments. Without a ride to the pharmacy, Americans without cars forgo taking essential medications. To take on these challenges, the federal government has invested in providing transportation and mobility options for older adults facing challenges and is working to synchronize how federal programs can better meet their needs.

Register to hear comments on the Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines

There’s still time to register for the virtual public meeting to hear the public share feedback on the Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. Published in December, the Scientific Report contains the findings and advice to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) from the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. HHS and USDA encourage interested parties to register to view the livestream of the meeting. In addition, members of the public also have the opportunity to provide written comments by February 10, 2025.

January National Health Observances: Cervical Cancer Awareness, Glaucoma Awareness, and Maternal Health

NHO Spotlight

Each month, we feature select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our priorities for improving health across the nation. In January, we’re raising awareness about the importance of screening for cervical cancer, glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, and maternal health.We’ve pulled together some resources that you can use to promote these NHOs...

National Academies Publishes Findings on Alcohol and Health

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) has published its Review of Evidence on Alcohol and Health. This is one of two complementary reports on the relationship between alcohol and health that, together, will serve as key resources for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and U...