Sarcoma Awareness Month is observed in July. Sarcoma is still considered to be the “forgotten cancer.” Efforts to encourage research and drug development are made more challenging due to a lack…

UV Safety Month, observed in July, is a time to increase awareness of UV safety, and to spur advocacy in order to prevent damage from the sun and its rays.…

Children's Eye Health and Safety Month, observed in August and sponsored by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, encourages parents to take children for an eye examination as part of their…

Digestive Tract Paralysis Awareness Month, otherwise known as gastroparesis, is observed in July and sponsored by the Gastroparesis Patient Association for Cures and Treatments, Inc. Symptoms of gastroparesis can impair…

Gastroparesis Awareness Month, otherwise known as Digestive Tract Paralysis, is observed in August and sponsored by the Gastroparesis Patient Association for Cures and Treatments, Inc. Gastroparesis Awareness Month is a…

National Breastfeeding Month is observed in August. National Breastfeeding Month brings attention to the benefits of breastfeeding and supports and encourages mothers to achieve their breastfeeding goals. The American Academy of Pediatrics…

National Immunization Awareness Month, observed in August and sponsored by the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is a great time…

Psoriasis Awareness Month is observed in August and sponsored by the National Psoriasis Foundation. Psoriasis Awareness Month is a time to increase awareness of psoriasis, promote the need for a cure…

Summer Sun Safety Month, observed in August, encourages you to enjoy your summer, but take precautions to avoid overexposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays. And if you notice anything unusual…

National Cholesterol Education Month is observed during September. During this month, it is a good time to get your blood cholesterol checked and take steps to lower it if it is…

National Blood Cancer Awareness Month occurs in September, and was designated by the United States Congress in 2010. Approximately every 3 minutes, one person in the United States is diagnosed with…

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is observed during September and sponsored by the American Childhood Cancer Organization National Office. Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is observed by families, caregivers, charities and research groups…