July, designated in 2008, honors Bebe Moore Campbell's legacy and highlights mental health challenges faced by BIPOC communities, including lower access to care and higher stigma.
This observance recognizes the vital role that parks and recreational spaces play in promoting community health, wellness, equity, and environmental stewardship.
July's sun heightens UV exposure- making it key to reinforce safe sun practices, build environments that support shade, and regular skin checks.
This observance spotlights the life-saving potential of cord blood transplants, which treat over 80 conditions, including leukemia and genetic disorders.
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about this rare type of cancer that develops in connective tissues. During this month, organizations and individuals worldwide focus on educating the public […]
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the chronic autoimmune condition that affects children and teens. Juvenile Arthritis (JA) is an umbrella term for various conditions […]
World Hepatitis Day takes place every year on 28 July, bringing the world together to raise awareness of viral hepatitis, its global burden, and to influence real change.
World Lung Cancer Day is observed annually on August 1st. In 2025, World Lung Cancer Day will fall on a Friday. This day aims to raise awareness about lung cancer, promote early […]
August 1st is known as "DOGust 1st," a universal birthday for shelter dogs whose actual birthdates are unknown. This day is a chance for shelters to celebrate all their adoptable dogs and raise […]
National Sisters Day on the first Sunday in August celebrates the unique bond between sisters. This particular set of siblings embrace moments that make them laugh and cringe. While they […]
National Minority Donor Awareness Week is an annual observance held from August 1st to 7th to raise awareness about the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation within minority communities. It aims to […]
National Breastfeeding Month is observed in August in the United States. This month is dedicated to promoting and supporting breastfeeding and raising awareness about its benefits for both mothers and babies.
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