landing-hero-news-media

News & Events

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.

Save the Date: Virtual Healthy Aging Symposium to Take Place September 8-9, 2021

The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion and Trust for America’s Health are excited to co-sponsor an upcoming Healthy Aging Symposium. This FREE 2-day virtual event will take place in observance of Healthy Aging Month on September 8 and 9.

Promoting Physical Activity During and After Pregnancy: Implementing the Move Your Way® Campaign with a Focus on Maternal Health

Each May, HHS celebrates National Women’s Health Week — a weeklong health observance led by the Office on Women’s Health (OWH). This week serves as a reminder for women and girls to make their health a priority and take care of themselves throughout their lives. In collaboration with OWH, ODPHP recently expanded the Move Your Way® campaign to include resources about physical activity during and after pregnancy...

Eleventh Meeting of the National Clinical Care Commission

June 1 and June 22, 2021 | 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. ET | Register Now The National Clinical Care Commission (NCCC) is holding its 11th meeting on June 1 and June 22, 2021, from 1:00 to approximately 6:00 p.m. ET each day. This virtual meeting is open to the public. We hope you’ll join us — register today! At the meeting, the subcommittees will share updated recommendations for the NCCC’s final report...

Move in May and Celebrate National Physical Fitness & Sports Month

During the month of May, National Physical Fitness & Sports Month provides an opportunity to celebrate and promote physical activity and the benefits of sports participation. Physical activity is key to maintaining health and well-being. Getting active can improve fitness and reduce stress, reduce risk for many chronic diseases, and ease symptoms of anxiety and depression...