September is designated as Blood Cancer Awareness Month to support patients affected by blood cancer, spread awareness, and raise funds to progress research on blood cancer. Nearly 1.3 million people in the United States are in remission or in treatment for blood cancer. Treatment has advanced greatly over the years, increasing survival rates, but there is still a long way to go.
Read MoreNational Suicide Prevention Week, which begins on September 8 and ends on September 14 this year, is an annual campaign observed in the United States to educate and inform the general public about suicide prevention and to warn about rising suicide rates.
Read MoreMany of us know someone who has either worked or resided in an assisted living environment. Assisted living facilities provide thorough care and a sense of community for older adults and individuals living with disabilities. Celebrating National Assisted Living Week gives us a chance to recognize all of the staff, volunteers, and communities that play a vital role in making these facilities a success.
Read MoreThe National Grief Awareness Day on August 30 is dedicated to raising awareness of the myriad ways in which individuals cope with loss. It offers resources to those going through personal losses and reminds us to support people we know who are grieving.
Read MoreToday, seniors are still active in their communities as well as continuing to have a strong presence in the workforce. For all they do and have achieved for the good of their communities, senior citizens deserve our thanks!
Read MoreWhen was the last time you checked to see if your immune system is up to date? This August, National Immunization Awareness Month raises awareness and encourages everyone to make sure they are current on the necessary vaccinations for potentially harmful diseases.
Read MoreNational Work From Home for Wellness Day, celebrated annually on August 16th, highlights the positive impact that working from home can have on a person’s physical, mental, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
Read MoreWith hair loss being an all too real yet less talked about issue, Hair Loss Awareness Month, observed in the month of August each year, highlights the need for us to be talking more about hair and the impact hair loss can have in our lives. It’s a misconception to think that hair loss is primarily an issue for males, as it can affect many females and children too.
Read MoreSpinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month takes place in August each year. It is a hereditary neurological illness that inhibits voluntary muscle action, leading to gradual muscular weakness and atrophy; thus, to increase awareness and support for people dealing with the illness, we commemorate Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month.
Read MorePsoriasis Awareness Month or Psoriasis Action Month holds throughout August yearly. This holiday aims to educate the public about psoriasis and enlighten patients on topics surrounding causes, triggers, and treatment methods. The event was first observed in October 1997 as a full-scale national awareness campaign, publicizing relevant facts about psoriasis through newspapers, radio, and television.
Read MoreThis August, observe National Eye Exam Month by learning about ways to keep your vision clear and healthy. As we age, getting a baseline eye exam can detect early signs of disease or damage to your eyes. Ophthalmologists recommend periodic eye exams every 2-4 years from the ages of 40 to 65, and every 1-2 years after the age of 65.
Read MoreMedicAlert Awareness Month is observed in August every year. Medical alert IDs have been around for decades, however, we don’t know their maximum potential yet. These IDs are essentially important for people living alone and for those who have potentially dangerous diseases so that they can alert people in case of an emergency.
Read MoreWorld Lung Cancer Day is observed on August 1 each year. In a move to beat back occurrences of lung cancer, people around the world observe this very special day. The mission for this day is simple — raise as much awareness of lung cancer as you can, while encouraging people to screen themselves for this disease.
Read MoreNational Minority Donor Awareness Day is celebrated on August 1 as a way of bringing to light the need for minority donors. The day is a part of National Minority Donor Awareness Week. This particular day highlights the need, especially among minorities, for more organ, eye, and tissue donors. Yet another focus of the day includes acknowledging minorities who have donated.
Read MoreHepatitis Awareness Week is observed from July 26 to August 1, and it is a week dedicated to uniting the community and making sure that the voices of people suffering from hepatitis are heard by all. It is also a day to celebrate the progress made in medicine for the infection.
Read MoreInternational Women with Alopecia Month was started by Bald Girls Do Lunch (B.G.D.L.), an organization dedicated to raising awareness about alopecia. B.G.D.L. offers women with alopecia a community of supportive women.
Read MoreHemochromatosis Screening And Awareness Month, occurring in July of every year, shine through as we consider how to tend to our health. Few people know and understand this disorder, and even fewer know of protective measures against it. Therefore, July has been dedicated to creating awareness of the disease.
Read MoreDevelopmental Disability Professionals Day is observed on July 15 every year. This day is all about recognizing the work done by developmental disability professionals, who often go unnoticed despite providing services to some of the most vulnerable people in the country.
Read MoreCord Blood Awareness Month every July serves the purpose of educating people and raising awareness regarding the importance of cord blood. Not sure what cord blood is? It is the blood and tissue that is derived from the placenta and the baby’s umbilical cord. Over time, doctors have realized how essential this blood is, hence, an extra effort is put into spreading awareness regarding cord blood advantages.
Read MoreSarcoma Awareness Month is observed annually every July. If you are wondering what sarcoma is, it is a type of cancer that occurs in various locations of the body. ‘Sarcoma’ is the general term used to refer to a broad group of cancers that begin in the soft tissues and bones.
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