This year’s National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day is observed on May 9. It is an annual event that occurs on the Thursday of the first full week of May. It is a day to raise awareness of the importance of every child’s mental health. Mental health is a serious issue in modern societies.
Read MoreWorld Ovarian Cancer Day is observed on May 8 every year. The day is observed worldwide to raise awareness about ovarian cancer and acknowledge the suffering of people with ovarian cancer and the efforts of their families. Ovarian cancer begins in the ovaries and spreads to other organs, including the lungs, stomach, lymph nodes, and liver.
Read MoreFibromyalgia Education and Awareness Month is observed every May to educate people about this condition. Did you know that fibromyalgia is the second most common condition which affects bones and muscles? Fibromyalgia is a widespread chronic pain condition characterized by joint pain and fatigue. It has specific points of tenderness along with sleep disturbances, headaches, cognitive problems, and fatigue.
Read MoreIn the U.S., Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month is observed in May, as declared by the U.S. House of Representatives. It is dedicated to spreading awareness, encouraging people not to hesitate in getting help, and ending the stigma that surrounds borderline personality disorder.
Read MoreDefeat Diabetes Month is observed in April each year. It is the initiative of the Defeat Diabetes Foundation (D.D.F.). It is projected that around 643 million people worldwide will be living with diabetes by 2030. Through this observation, the D.D.F. raises awareness about the preventable nature of Type 2 diabetes and focuses on the multitude of lifestyle and dietary changes that can be implemented to minimize the chances of contracting the disease.
Read MoreTesticular Cancer Awareness Month is observed annually in April to encourage men between the ages of 20 to 35 to get tested for testicular cancer. The month also doubles as a time to reflect on advancements in research, treatment, and progress. According to the American Cancer Society, testicular cancer remains one of the most treatable cancer types, with over 95% of those diagnosed surviving past five years.
Read MoreIrritable bowel syndrome is observed every year in April. What is IBS and why is it necessary to spread awareness about it? IBS is a syndrome that affects the large intestine and is quite common around the world. Although it is considered a taboo subject by some people, IBS affects 25 to 45 million Americans.
Read MoreParkinson’s Awareness Month is observed in April. Parkinson’s Awareness Month is an opportunity to increase awareness about the ailment and its symptoms, as well as to support victims. Parkinson’s is a long-term disorder where the central nervous system degenerates and that affects the motor system. Motor symptoms like trembling, stiffness, and rigidity are usually associated with Parkinson’s disease. Symptoms typically occur slowly
Read MoreOral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week will be held from April 16 to 22. Cancers of the mouth, head, and neck affect more than 54,000 Americans every year — that’s a remarkably high number. April is observed as Oral Cancer Awareness Month, with a week dedicated especially to head and neck cancers. Though the virus cannot be stopped from spreading, good practices can help keep these cancers at bay.
Read MoreStress can be debilitating, and it can cause and/or aggravate health problems. And since stress is a normal part of human existence — nobody is immune to it — it’s important to arm ourselves with knowledge so that we recognize when stress rears its ugly head. (Amazingly, we don’t always notice it’s happening to us.) Stress Awareness Month happens each April.
Read MoreSexual Assault Awareness Month, observed each April, is a campaign that aims to increase awareness about the causes and risk factors for sexual assault and empower individuals to take steps to prevent it in their communities. Since 2001, the National Sexual Violence Research Center has coordinated annual programming, developing materials and resources for organizations and agencies to use.
Read MorePhysical Wellness Month is celebrated in April every year. This time of the year, everyone is encouraged to check on themselves and observe a healthy lifestyle. From exercising and eating healthy to unwinding, there are a lot of simple activities you can do for a fit body and a sound mind. It’s also time to explore different ways to improve your daily habits. Everyone should ask themselves: “How can I be better inside and out? How can illnesses be prevented? How can stress be minimized?”
Read MoreMedication Safety Week is observed from April 1 to 7. It serves as a reminder that we must be more cautious about how we use and store our medications, as medication errors are the sixth leading cause of death. It’s important to know what you’re taking, how to take it correctly, and when to discard it. Medication Safety Week strives to educate both health professionals and consumers in order to reduce the risk of patient harm.
Read MoreNational Public Health Week is observed during the first week of April and takes place from April 1 to 7 this week. That’s seven days to champion the health of all Americans. It’s a week to recognize that everyone should lead healthier lives, irrespective of where they live, work, or come from.
Read MoreApril 2 is Autism Awareness Day. Did you know that CDC statistics revealed that autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is 4.3 times more prevalent in boys than it is in girls? This is because girls “often go undiagnosed because they don’t fit autism stereotypes and they mask symptoms better than boys do,” according to the Child Mind Institute.
Read MoreLupus Alert Day is an annual awareness event observed on April 1. This event was created to raise awareness of lupus and provide support for the millions of people affected by this condition. Lupus is a life-threatening autoimmune disease, it is an abnormality where the human immune system, designed to protect, attacks tissue and organs in the body.
Read MoreAmerican Diabetes Alert Day is observed annually on the fourth Tuesday of March; this year, it falls on March 26. It is aimed at raising awareness among the American public about the risks and symptoms associated with diabetes. The American Diabetes Association sponsors the holiday.
Read MoreCelebrated annually on March 26, Epilepsy Awareness Day, or Purple Day, was created to increase the public’s understanding of this brain disorder and to eliminate the fear and stigma surrounding it. With over 3.5 million people diagnosed with epilepsy in the U.S. and over 50 million worldwide, it is likely you know someone living with the day-to-day challenges epilepsy brings. The good news is epilepsy can be easily managed if diagnosed and treated correctly, so awareness and research are important.
Read MoreNational Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month is celebrated every year in March as an awareness campaign to express support for the ones suffering from Cerebral Palsy. Starting in 2006 by the Cerebral Palsy Advocacy Group, their initiative has pushed for positive changes in the social structures of education, health care, and the job market so that all who suffer from this condition are given adequate opportunities to grow and prosper as any normal, healthy human being.
Read MoreWellderly Day is celebrated annually on the third Monday of March. This year, it takes place on March 18. On this day, we aim to celebrate the health of our senior members of society and promote healthy lifestyle changes to ensure longevity and fuller life. It is about looking toward the number of years the elderly have left to enjoy as opposed to the years already lived.
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