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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.

Let’s Start the New Year by Making Every Bite Count!

Posted on January 7, 2021 by ODPHP

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By: RDML Paul Reed, MD, ODPHP Director/Deputy Assistant Secretary for Health As we celebrate the beginning of this New Year, it has never been more evident that we should all strive to make changes that support a healthy way of life. As health professionals, one important change we can encourage of our patients is to consider the health implications of what we eat and drink...

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Fairfax County Harnesses Technology and Partnerships for Move Your Way® Community Campaign

Posted on December 23, 2020 by ODPHP

In 2020, ODPHP worked with 8 pilot communities to implement the Move Your Way®  campaign on the local level, using the Move Your Way Community Playbook. This installment highlights successful campaign strategies that Fairfax County, Virginia used to promote physical activity during the pandemic.

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National Association of County and City Health Officials: Helping Local Public Health Agencies Use Healthy People

Posted on December 16, 2020 by ODPHP

As the national nonprofit organization that represents local public health departments, the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) plays an important role in improving health and advancing health equity nationwide. And by teaming up with Healthy People 2030, NACCHO is demonstrating just how important local health departments are to achieving national health objectives.

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Just Released: Healthy People 2030’s Leading Health Indicators and Overall Health and Well-Being Measures

Posted on December 10, 2020 by ODPHP

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On December 10, HHS released a new subset of objectives and a new set of health measures as part of the Healthy People 2030 initiative: Leading Health Indicators (LHIs) and Overall Health and Well-Being Measures (OHMs). Together, LHIs and OHMs will help public health and health care professionals, businesses, policymakers, national organizations, and community leaders set priorities and track nationwide progress toward improving health and well-being...

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