Child Passenger Safety Week runs from September 21–27, focusing on ensuring children are in the correct car seats, properly installed, and registered. It highlights National Seat Check Saturday (Sept. 27, 2025), where experts provide free, hands-on car seat inspections. Proper car seats reduce fatal injury risks by up to 71% for infants.
National Family Day in the United States is celebrated annually on the fourth Monday of September, falling on September 28, 2026. Originally declared in 2001 by the National Center on Addiction, the holiday was established to promote family dinners as a meaningful way to curb youth substance abuse and build stronger, healthier relationships within the […]
World Heart Day (29 September) is an opportunity to ignite global conversations and engagement, using powerful stories to raise heart health awareness.
World Heart Day is celebrated annually on September 29 to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD), the world's leading cause of death. The campaign focuses on promoting healthy lifestyle habits—like healthy eating, exercise, and smoking cessation—to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Key activities include the #UseHeart movement, sharing personal stories, and participating in physical activity […]
National Women's Health and Fitness Day is an annual event celebrated on the last Wednesday of September. This year, it falls on September 27th, according to National Day Calendar. The day is dedicated to promoting the importance of health awareness and physical activity for women of all ages. It encourages women to prioritize their well-being through regular exercise and […]
Highlights chiropractic care as one option for managing musculoskeletal pain. (Sponsored by the American Chiropractic Association, a professional trade group — for a neutral clinical overview:)
Encourages 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 […]
Highlights orthodontic treatment for dental alignment and bite health. (Sponsored by the American Association of Orthodontists, a professional trade group.)
October is National Farm to School Month, a chance to raise awareness about food education, school gardens and lunch trays filled with healthy, local ingredients. Click the button below to find out more about programs connecting schools with local farms, bringing fresh food and food education into classrooms and cafeterias.
World Vegetarian Month takes place throughout October, kicking off with World Vegetarian Day on October 1st and running until World Vegan Day on November 1st. It promotes the joy, compassion, and life-enhancing possibilities of plant-based living.
LGBTQ History Month is an annual, month-long observance held every October to celebrate the achievements, history, and civil rights contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people. WellBeings - LGBTQ+ History & Health Quiz @import url('https://fonts.cdnfonts.com/css/trade-gothic-lt-std'); .wb-lhq-root { --wb-lhq-charcoal: #2E2E3A; --wb-lhq-cream: #FAFAF5; --wb-lhq-purple: #7A00F5; --wb-lhq-chartreuse: #E2FF00; --wb-lhq-border: 3px solid #2E2E3A; --wb-lhq-shadow: 6px 6px 0px […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 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 […]
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 […]
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