Healthy People

Since 1980, the Healthy People initiative has set measurable objectives to improve the health and well-being of people nationwide. At the beginning of every decade, we launch a new iteration of the initiative that addresses the latest public health priorities and challenges. 

Healthy People 2030 is the initiative’s fifth iteration.

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

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.

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

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.