October 2024

To make real strides in mitigating the negative effects of the national epidemic of loneliness and social isolation, we must deeply examine the special needs and challenges of groups with higher risk, like rural residents or survivors of domestic violence.

Each month, ODPHP features select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our priorities for improving health across the nation. In November, we are raising awareness about diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and antibiotic safety. We’ve pulled together some resources that you can use to promote these NHOs...

Earlier this year, staff from ODPHP, along with other federal partners at CDC and NIH, organized a listening session to identify key research areas that may help inform the third edition of the "Physical Activity Guidelines" (Guidelines). While the next edition of the Guidelines is not expected to be released until 2028, discussions among the global health and physical activity communities about what to include are already well underway.