May 3, 2021 These first seven days of May mark Public Service Recognition Week. During this week, we take a moment to recognize and express the Nation's appreciation for what you and others in public service do for the American people. Every single day of the year, I recognize and appreciate everything you do. Every single day, I witness and learn of your sacrifice, service, dedication, talent, and heroism. Read more May 6, 2021 We are grateful for the service of our veterans at DHS every day, but today we want to show special appreciation to the DHS employees who, as spouses and partners, support our veterans and active duty service members. President Ronald Reagan created Military Spouse Appreciation Day in 1984 to recognize the crucial role that military spouses serve the lives of their families and our Nation. DHS is grateful for the loving support, sacrifice, commitment, and dedication of all the spouses of our Nation's service members. Read more May 6, 2021 May is Mental Health Awareness month, a time to remember that your mental health is essential to your overall health and well-being, and to reinforce that mental illnesses are common and treatable. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mental illnesses are among the most common health conditions in the United States. Read more May 5, 2021 May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, a time to highlight the benefits of physical fitness and the importance of families staying active. According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, kids need 60 minutes or more of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity daily, and adults need at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity to maintain or improve overall health and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Physical activity is one of the most important things families can do to improve their health. When families are physically active together, not only do they gain the combined benefits of being and growing together, but it encourages and builds healthy habits for the future. Read more |
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