December 04, 2023 A New Challenge to Combat Loneliness and Isolation The federal government has launched a new initiative to help Americans combat an epidemic of loneliness and isolation.
November 27, 2023 How Many Americans Have Received the Updated COVID-19 Shot? Public health leaders are closely monitoring the spread of respiratory viruses coming out of the Thanksgiving holiday.
November 16, 2023 Celebrating Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day Today is Worldwide Pressure Injury Prevention Day. The event provides an opportunity to increase national awareness for pressure injury prevention and to educate the public.
November 14, 2023 U.S. Life Expectancy Gap Widens U.S. life expectancy declined again during 2021, and the longevity gap between women and men continues to widen.
November 13, 2023 School-Age Vaccine Exemptions Reach New High Exemption rates for kindergarten immunizations reached an all-time high this year, according to a new report from the CDC.
November 09, 2023 What Makes a ‘Birthing-Friendly’ Hospital? This week, the Biden administration launched its new “Birthing-Friendly” hospital designation to recognize high-quality maternity care.