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  • National Depression Awareness Month

    Dates to Remember

    National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month is observed every year throughout October. If you or someone you know needs immediate support, you can contact the free, confidential, 24/7 SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357. WellBeings - Depression Awareness Month Poll @import url('https://fonts.cdnfonts.com/css/trade-gothic-lt-std'); .wb-dap-root { --wb-dap-charcoal: #2E2E3A; --wb-dap-cream: #FAFAF5; --wb-dap-purple: #7A00F5; --wb-dap-chartreuse: #E2FF00; --wb-dap-border: 3px solid […]

  • Menopause Awareness Month

    Menopause Awareness Month
    Dates to Remember

    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 […]

  • International Day of Older Persons

    International Day of Older Persons
    Dates to Remember

    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, […]

  • World Vegetarian Day

    Dates to Remember

    World Vegetarian Day was created in 1977 by the North American Vegetarian Society and later endorsed by the International Vegetarian Union, kicking off what the organization calls Vegetarian Awareness Month. The day is meant to highlight the ethical, environmental, and health dimensions of a vegetarian diet, from reduced risk of certain chronic diseases to a […]

  • Filipino American History Month

    Filpino American History Month
    Dates to Remember

    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 […]

  • National Disability Employment Awareness Month

    National Disability Employment Awareness Month
    Dates to Remember

    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 […]

  • National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
    Dates to Remember

    October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Each year, in October, advocates, survivors and supporters recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Well Beings - Domestic Safety & Support Resources .wb-dvr-container * { box-sizing: border-box !important; } .wb-dvr-container { max-width: 760px !important; margin: 24px auto !important; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif !important; […]

  • World Animal Day

    Dates to Remember

    World Animal Day traces back to 1931, when it was proposed at a convention of ecologists in Florence, Italy as a way to highlight the plight of endangered species; the date, October 4, was chosen because it's the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. Today the observance has broadened […]

  • World Meningitis Day

    World Meningitis Day
    Dates to Remember

    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 […]

  • Kaiser Permanente Mindful Mondays Webinars

    Kaiser Permanente Mindful Mondays Webinars
    Webinars

    Kaiser Permanente offers a no-cost wellness webinar series called Mindful Mondays, designed to provide guided meditation and practical tools for emotional balance and inner peace. These sessions are open to everyone, meaning you do not need to be a Kaiser Permanente member to attend. 2026 Mindful Mondays Webinar Schedule (All dates 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET) Mindful Eating Guided […]

  • BrainStorm Screening in West Newton, Mass.

    West Newton Cinema 1296 Washington Street, West Newton, Massachusetts, United States
    Screenings & Panels

    Join us at West Newton Cinema on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30 pm for a screening of BrainStorm, followed by a panel discussion with Bonnie Waltch, Sara Schley, and Dr. Holly A. Swartz. We can’t wait to share the film with our Greater Boston community. Tickets available now.ABOUT THE FILMBrainStorm follows six compelling people living […]

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  • National Depression Screening Day

    National Depression Screening Day
    Dates to Remember

      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 […]

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