Native American Heritage Month is celebrated every November to honor the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and other affiliated Island communities. Established by President George H. […]
National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month is observed in November each year. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer's disease, a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior.
November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. This year’s focus is on taking action to prevent diabetes health problems. […]
National Family Caregivers Month is an annual observance in November that recognizes and honors the millions of Americans who provide unpaid care for a loved one, such as a parent, child, or […]
Lung Cancer Awareness Month is observed annually in November. During this time, organizations and individuals raise awareness about lung cancer, promote early detection, and support research efforts.
National Family Health History Day is observed on Thanksgiving Day each year. This day encourages families to gather and discuss their health histories, aiming to identify potential risks for […]
Today is Native American Heritage Day, thanks to legislation signed by President Obama that permanently designates the Friday after Thanksgiving Day each year as a day of honoring American […]
World AIDS Day, designated on 1 December every year since 1988, is an international day dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV […]
HIV Awareness Month is observed in December in the United States. This month aims to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, educate the public about the virus, and promote testing, treatment, and support for individuals […]
National Special Education Day is celebrated on December 2nd. It commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act in 1975, which was later […]
International Day of Persons with Disabilities is an international observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. It has been observed with varying degrees of success around the planet.
National Handwashing Awareness Week is the first full week of December, a yearly observance sponsored by the Henry the Hand Foundation, emphasizing that proper handwashing is a simple yet powerful way to prevent […]
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