National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month
Dates to Remember
Focuses on Atrial Fibrillation (AFib), the most common type of irregular heartbeat, which significantly increases the risk of stroke and heart failure.
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National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
Dates to RememberHighlights the importance of healthy eating, physical activity, and community support in preventing and managing childhood obesity. Childhood obesity is a complex disease with many contributing factors, including genes, eating patterns, physical activity levels, and sleep routines. Compared to children with healthy weight, children with obesity are at a higher risk for asthma, sleep apnea, […]
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National Cholesterol Education Month
Dates to RememberWe are celebrating National Cholesterol Education Month this September by encouraging doctors, nurses and other health care professionals to make sure their patients know their cholesterol levels –and take steps to prevent or reduce high cholesterol.
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Pain Awareness Month
Dates to RememberSeptember is Pain Awareness Month, a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about chronic pain and improving pain management, education, and treatment options. Established in 2001 by the American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA) and supported by dozens of organizations, it aims to reduce the stigma surrounding chronic pain and highlight its impact on millions of […]
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Sepsis Awareness Month
Dates to RememberSeptember is Sepsis Awareness Month, an annual campaign to educate the public and healthcare providers about the signs of sepsis—a life-threatening emergency caused by the body's extreme response to infection. Each September, organizations like the Sepsis Alliance promote early recognition and prevention, as 80% of sepsis-related deaths could be prevented with timely treatment.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
Dates to RememberNational Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually in the United States from September 15 to October 15. This 30-day period honors the history, cultural diversity, and invaluable contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Throughout the month, federal institutions like the Library of Congress, museums […]
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National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Dates to RememberA month dedicated to breast cancer education, early detection, and screening awareness. WellBeings - Breast Cancer Screening Timeline Calculator @font-face { font-family: 'TradeGothicLTStd'; src: local('TradeGothicLTStd'), local('Trade Gothic LT Std'), local('Arial Black'), sans-serif; } /* Namespace Scoped Reset & Root Variables */ .wb-calc-root { --wb-charcoal: #2E2E3A; --wb-cream: #FAFAF5; --wb-purple: #7A00F5; --wb-chartreuse: #E2FF00; --wb-white: #FFFFFF; --wb-light-purple: #F1E6FF; […]
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National Bullying Prevention Month
Dates to RememberEncourages schools and communities to prevent bullying and support young people.
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National Dental Hygiene Month
Dates to RememberPromotes daily oral care habits like brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits.
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Talk About Your Medicines Month
Dates to RememberEncourages 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 […]
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Contact Lens Safety Month
Dates to RememberPromotes safe contact lens habits to prevent eye infections and other complications.
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Liver Cancer Awareness Month
Dates to RememberRaises awareness of liver cancer risk factors, screening, and treatment.
