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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
Kaiser Permanente offers free, monthly "Well-being Wednesdays" webinars focusing on practical, actionable strategies for mental, emotional, and physical health. These sessions, part of a wider "" and "Activate Your Health" series, include topics like stress reduction, nutrition, and work-life balance. 2026 Wellness Wednesday Webinar Schedule (All dates 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET) Healthy Weight | […]
World Stroke Day is October 29, a day to raise awareness of stroke symptoms and emphasize the critical importance of calling 911 immediately when these symptoms are recognized. CRITICAL MEDICAL […]
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 other family member. The month highlights the profound sacrifices, love, and courage of family caregivers, who often face significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens. Celebrated by organizations […]
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.
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