April 2015 - News & Events | odphp.health.gov

Physical Activity: Moving Toward Obesity Solutions Workshop Recap

Posted on April 29, 2015 by ODPHP

Written by ODPHP

Over two days in April, more than 300 researchers, public health practitioners, and the public gathered in downtown DC and via webcast to learn about the latest initiatives using physical activity to address obesity. The workshop, Physical Activity: Moving Toward Obesity Solutions, is the third part of a series of workshops hosted by the Institute Of Medicine (IOM) Round Table on Obesity Solutions exploring how different sectors can influence the health and weight status of Americans.…

A Record Breaking Idea

Posted on April 22, 2015 by ODPHP

Written by Colin Milner, Chief Executive Officer of the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA)

Are you looking for fun ways to connect with your older audience? Try this.

Each year host organizations deliver a multitude of events and activities to celebrate Active Aging Week. They spread positive messages of aging, energizing their communities with experiences that fit their populations and foster well-being and growth.…

What Does It Take To Make A Fitness Habit?

Posted on April 15, 2015 by ODPHP

Written by Alexandra Black MPH, RD, LDN, Health Promotion Manager, IHRSA

Conventional wisdom seems to say that it takes doing something – flossing, taking the stairs, eating breakfast – for 27 days before it becomes a habit. But what about something you might not do everyday? Vacuuming your floors twice a week, for example.…

Make sure kids protect their faces when playing sports

Posted on April 8, 2015 by ODPHP

Written by Dr. David Geier, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine

In recent years, we have seen a number of serious facial injuries among batters and pitchers in Major League Baseball, as well as professional basketball and hockey players. These same injuries to the facial bones, teeth and eyes can and do occur among young athletes as well.…