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Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Discusses Importance of Foods and Beverages Integral to American Indian and Alaska Native People

National Council on Urban Indian Health

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Background Under section 301 of Public Law 101-445 (7 U.S.C. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030 will continue to provide food-based dietary guidance across the entire lifespan to help meet nutrient needs, promote health, and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

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Reflecting on 2024: A Message from the FPH President

Better Health For All

As we approach the end of another busy year for public health, I wanted to reflect on some of the achievements of the Faculty and the extraordinary contribution of our members during the past 12 months. This December marks not only the close of 2024, but also the final six months of my Presidency.

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Health Department Releases Strategy to Address Chronic Disease

Fund for Public Health NYC

The NYC Health Department has released a new strategy to address the root causes of chronic diseases, which are the leading causes of death for New Yorkers. This comprehensive report, part of the HealthyNYC initiative, outlines a plan to reduce health inequities and promote healthier lives for all.

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HealthyNYC – Extending the Lifespan of New Yorkers

Fund for Public Health NYC

Years NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan today unveiled “ HealthyNYC , ” an ambitious plan to improve and extend the average lifespan of all New Yorkers. Read “ Using Law to Advance Population Health Planning ” in Health Affairs.

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Severe Infections Increase Long-Term Risk of Heart Failure

Mercola

million people by 2030. They analyzed data from 14,468 adults who participated in the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) study, tracking their health outcomes over 27 years. The ideal range for optimal health and disease prevention is between 60 ng/mL and 80 ng/mL, with sufficiency starting at 40 ng/mL.

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October Policy Updates: Budget Consultations, Historic Apology, Traditional Healing Coverage, and More

National Council on Urban Indian Health

Traditional Foods & USDA Dietary Guidelines : NCUIH recommends incorporating research on Traditional Foods in USDA’s 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines. Federal Comment Deadlines : Key upcoming federal deadlines for public comment on health policies affecting Native communities. 2907 / H.R.

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New York City aims to increase life expectancy by targeting chronic diseases

HEALTHBEAT

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeats free New York City newsletter here. Chronic diseases are the number one killer of New Yorkers, and as city government, we have a responsibility to really address it, Dr. Michelle Morse , acting commissioner of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, said in an interview.