International Walk to School Month is celebrated in October. The key themes that are promoted during IWALK include: increasing daily physical activity, improving safety, enhancing the environment, reducing levels of crime,…

National ADHD Awareness Month is observed in October. ADHD Awareness Month helps raise awareness of ADHD for parents, teachers, students, adults, and professionals working with those with ADHD. With increased awareness,…

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed in October and sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Breast cancer is the second most common kind of cancer in women. About one in…

National Bullying Prevention Month, observed every October, encourages schools and organizations across the country to join STOMP Out Bullying™. More than one in five students reports being bullied at school…

National Chiropractic Health Month is observed in October. The goal of this awareness day is sharing back injury prevention and strengthening tips as well as information on the value of a…

National Cyber Security Awareness Month is observed in October and sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Observed each October, NCSAM is an opportunity to raise awareness about the growing…

National Dental Hygiene Month is observed in October and sponsored by the American Dental Hygienists' Association. National Dental Hygiene Month celebrates that good oral health goes a long way in supporting overall…

National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, observed in October and sponsored by the National Down Syndrome Society, is a chance to spread awareness about Down Syndrome. During the month of October,…

National Liver Cancer Awareness Month is observed in the month of October. The liver is one of the largest organs in the body. It filters harmful substances from the blood, produces…

National Medical Librarians Month is observed in October and sponsored by the Medical Library Association. Medicine is an information-intensive discipline. National Medical Librarians Month emphasizes the important role of health information professionals.…

National Niemann-Pick Disease Awareness Month takes place in October. Niemann-Pick Disease is classified as a rare disease. Treatment for Niemann-Pick Disease is improving but there is still much to do before…

National Physical Therapy Month is observed during October and sponsored by the American Physical Therapy Association. Physical therapy can help improve someone’s daily abilities and activities for those who have medical…