Rural Health & Human Services News by Topic: Physical activity - Rural Health Information Hub

HHS: Announcing Solicitation of Written Comments To Inform the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd Edition Supplement: 2027 Steps and Muscle-Strengthening Guidance

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking comments to inform the development of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition Supplement: 2027 Steps and Muscle-Strengthening Guidance. Specifically, HHS seeks comments regarding existing high-quality, evidence-based reports, programs, or campaigns related to steps and/or muscle-strengthening physical activity and related positive health outcomes. Comments are due by November 12, 2026.

Researchers Work to Address Alzheimer's and Dementia in Rural Communities

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Discusses the work of 3 Minnesota-based researchers to address Alzheimer's disease and related dementia (ADRD) in rural communities. Highlighted projects focus on tribal communities, overcoming barriers to exercise, and identifying innovative work in the ADRD space already happening in rural communities.

Automated Phone Counseling Program for Rural Areas Helps More than 30 Percent of Participants Meet National Exercise Guidelines

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Highlights recent research describing a successful automated phone counseling program aiming to increase physical activity among residents in 6 rural Alabama counties. Notes that increased exercise can positively impact rural health disparities.