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health.gov Blog

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.

MyHealthfinder Has Moved to health.gov!

We’re excited to announce that MyHealthfinder is now live at its new home on health.gov! The move is part of website updates that ODPHP has recently implemented to better deliver up-to-date health information to our key audiences. MyHealthfinder is a prevention and wellness resource that health professionals can recommend to individuals and families...

National Girls and Women in Sports Day: Lead Her Forward

By: Shauna Rohbock, PCSFN Council Member and Olympic Silver Medalist in Bobsled February 5, 2020 marks the 34th anniversary of National Girls and Women in Sports Day. This year’s theme is “Lead Her Forward.” Annually, this observance celebrates the accomplishments of girls and women in sports, and provides us with the chance to highlight the importance of girls and women having equal access and opportunities to participate in sports...

Meet the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Science Board

Today, ODPHP is excited to announce the members of the 2020-2021 President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Science Board. This group of academic and medical experts will provide the Council with a solid scientific foundation in youth sports research.

Healthy People 2020 Progress Review Webinar: The Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment of Sensory and Communication Disorders

February 22, 2018 | 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. ET | Register Now Join us on Thursday, February 22 at 12:30 p.m. ET for a Progress Review webinar featuring 2 Healthy People 2020 topic areas: Hearing and Other Sensory or Communication Disorders Vision You’ll also learn how the University of Arizona is developing a community‐based health education and support program for adults with hearing loss and their families...