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Obesity in youth continues to be a problem throughout the United States. As a result, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is changing the food pyramid for toddlers aged two to five.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has received a “clean” audit opinion on its consolidated financial statements for its tenth straight year.

The HHS Financial Report for fiscal year (FY) 2008 is similar to a corporation’s annual report to shareholders.

The “clean” audit opinion demonstrates HHS’ commitment to effectively steward public funds.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued its first-ever Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.

Think of these as the "Food Pyramid" for healthy exercise and activity level. Experts now recommend two and a half hours of exercise (aerobic and strength training) for adults per week, and an hour a day for children.

The plan seeks to offer science-based guidance to help us all improve our health by getting more active.

Adults gain substantial health benefits from two and a half hours a week of moderate aerobic physical activity, and children benefit from an hour or more of physical activity a day, according to the new Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans.

The comprehensive set of recommendations for people of all ages and physical conditions was released today by the U.S.

Department of Health and Human Services.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced $36 million in new grant programs to 28 states to help older Americans and veterans remain independent and to support people with Alzheimer’s disease to remain in their homes and communities.

Gourmet Boutique recalled about 286,320 pounds of fresh and frozen meat and poultry after regulators found it might be contaminated with potentially fatal listeria germs, according to the Food Safety and Inspection Service, a division of the U.S.

Department of Agriculture.

Nearly a year after the shooting rampage at Virginia Tech, the U.S. Department of Education has proposed regulations to clarify when colleges can release confidential information about students who might be a danger to themselves or others.

A proposed regulation to improve the quality and safety of health care for all Americans by fostering the establishment of Patient Safety Organizations (PSOs) was announced today by the U.S.

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced awards totaling $57,840,781 through the Compassion Capital Fund (CCF).

These awards will help 387 faith-based and community organizations enhance their ability to provide social services to those most in need.