Child Passenger Safety Week runs from September 21–27, focusing on ensuring children are in the correct car seats, properly installed, and registered. It highlights National Seat Check Saturday (Sept. 27, 2025), where experts provide free, hands-on car seat inspections. Proper car seats reduce fatal injury risks by up to 71% for infants.
National Family Day in the United States is celebrated annually on the fourth Monday of September, falling on September 28, 2026. Originally declared in 2001 by the National Center on Addiction, the holiday was established to promote family dinners as a meaningful way to curb youth substance abuse and build stronger, healthier relationships within the […]
National Women's Health and Fitness Day is an annual event celebrated on the last Wednesday of September. This year, it falls on September 27th, according to National Day Calendar. The day is dedicated to promoting the importance of health awareness and physical activity for women of all ages. It encourages women to prioritize their well-being through regular exercise and […]
World Heart Day (29 September) is an opportunity to ignite global conversations and engagement, using powerful stories to raise heart health awareness.
World Heart Day is celebrated annually on September 29 to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD), the world's leading cause of death. The campaign focuses on promoting healthy lifestyle habits—like healthy eating, exercise, and smoking cessation—to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Key activities include the #UseHeart movement, sharing personal stories, and participating in physical activity […]
Encourages patients to talk with their doctor or pharmacist about how to take medications safely. Talk About Your Medicines Month: Test your knowledge on medication safety, proper storage, reading labels, and talking with your healthcare provider. Medication Safety & Literacy Assessment Question 1 of 10 10% Complete 1. True or False: Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are […]
Highlights orthodontic treatment for dental alignment and bite health. (Sponsored by the American Association of Orthodontists, a professional trade group.)
October is National Farm to School Month, a chance to raise awareness about food education, school gardens and lunch trays filled with healthy, local ingredients. Click the button below to find out more about programs connecting schools with local farms, bringing fresh food and food education into classrooms and cafeterias.
LGBTQ History Month is an annual, month-long observance held every October to celebrate the achievements, history, and civil rights contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people. WellBeings - LGBTQ+ History & Health Quiz @import url('https://fonts.cdnfonts.com/css/trade-gothic-lt-std'); .wb-lhq-root { --wb-lhq-charcoal: #2E2E3A; --wb-lhq-cream: #FAFAF5; --wb-lhq-purple: #7A00F5; --wb-lhq-chartreuse: #E2FF00; --wb-lhq-border: 3px solid #2E2E3A; --wb-lhq-shadow: 6px 6px 0px […]
Each year, World Menopause Day shines a spotlight on the challenges facing women during the menopause transition and highlight improvements in research, education and support. Menopause Symptom Score: A Free, Validated Severity Calculator Rate 11 common menopause symptoms. Get a total score, severity tier, and a plain-English read on whether HRT or other treatment makes […]
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a nationwide observance held every October to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities to the workforce and to highlight the importance of inclusive, disability-friendly employment policies and practices. Each year, the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) selects a theme to guide employers, advocates, and communities […]
Filipino Americans are the second-largest Asian American group in the nation and the third-largest ethnic group in California, after Latinas/os and African Americans. The celebration of Filipino American History Month in October commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the continental United States, which occurred on October 18, 1587, when “Luzones Indios” came ashore […]
Mental Illness Awareness Week was established in the U.S. in 1990 recognition of efforts by the National Alliance on Mental Illness to educate and increase awareness about mental illness. It takes place every year during the first full week of October.
World Meningitis Day is coordinated by the Confederation of Meningitis Organisations, a global network of patient groups and health professionals working to reduce the burden of meningitis worldwide. Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, most often caused by bacterial or viral infection, and it can progress from flu-like […]
Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1990, International Day of Older Persons recognizes the contributions older adults make to their families, communities, and economies, while also highlighting the challenges they face, including social isolation, elder abuse, and unequal access to health care. Each year, the observance carries a theme set by the UN, […]
Roughly 40 million adults in the U.S. struggle with depression or anxiety. Not to mention the family, friends, and coworkers that are also impacted. National Depression Screening Day is held annually on October 9. It’s important for many reasons. First, it can help people make an informed diagnosis. It also drags depression out of […]
Bone and Joint Health National Action Week is an annual observance, typically held from October 12th to 20th, dedicated to raising awareness about the prevention, treatment, and management of bone and joint conditions like arthritis, osteoporosis, and back pain. This week highlights the importance of maintaining musculoskeletal health for overall well-being and independence, emphasizing the need for […]
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. It was first celebrated in 1992 at the initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health, a global mental health organization with members and contacts in more than 150 countries. Confidential & Anonymous: This tool […]
International Day of the Girl Child is an international observance day declared by the United Nations; it is also called the Day of Girls and the International Day of the Girl. October 11, 2012, was the first Day of the Girl Child.
National Mammography Day is observed annually on the third Friday of every October, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. WellBeings - Breast Cancer Awareness Quiz @font-face { font-family: 'TradeGothicLTStd'; src: local('TradeGothicLTStd'), local('Trade Gothic LT Std'), local('Arial Black'), sans-serif; } /* Namespace Scoped Reset & Root Variables */ .wb-mqk-root { --wb-charcoal: #2E2E3A; --wb-cream: #FAFAF5; --wb-purple: #7A00F5; […]
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