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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.

ODPHP Set to Launch New Healthy People 2030 Webinar Series

Posted on February 23, 2022 by ODPHP

The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) is excited to announce the launch of the new Healthy People 2030 Webinar Series. Throughout the decade, these webinars will feature the Leading Health Indicators, Overall Health and Well-Being Measures, and Healthy People 2030 objectives and the newest data released on HP2030.

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Preventing and Treating High Blood Pressure Is About More Than Just the Numbers

Posted on February 17, 2022 by ODPHP

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The old adage should always apply: Treat the person and not the disease. Preventing, identifying, and treating hypertension should be about much more than just measuring blood pressure and prescribing medicine. Instead, addressing high blood pressure should be an exemplar of comprehensive, person-centered care — promoting greater overall health, well-being, and personal resilience.

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Nutrition During Pregnancy to Support a Healthy Mom and Baby

Posted on February 16, 2022 by ODPHP

By Dennis Anderson-Villaluz, MBA, RD, LDN, FAND, nutrition advisor, and Julia Quam, MSPH, RDN, ORISE health policy fellow, of the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Good nutrition before, during, and after pregnancy is essential for a healthy mom and baby. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025 dedicates a chapter to women who are pregnant and breastfeeding...

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Collaborating to Improve Youth Sports Across the United States

Posted on February 14, 2022 by ODPHP

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The benefits of youth sports are wide reaching and go well beyond those associated with physical activity. In addition to helping youth achieve their 60 minutes of daily physical activity, participation in sports can help kids learn the vital skills they need to succeed in life, like teamwork and leadership...

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