Ethnic Equality Month

Ethnic Equality Month takes place during the month of February. Racial and ethnic equality, gender equity, and social inclusion are critical to democratic stability that requires participation by all stakeholders, including…

Gallbladder and Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month

Gallbladder and Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month takes place in February and is sponsored by the American Association for Cancer Research. Gallbladder cancer and bile duct cancer are relatively rare forms…

Gum Disease Awareness Month

Gum Disease Awareness Month is observed during the month of February. Gum Disease Awareness Month in a national and global effort to raise public awareness of gum disease. The awareness program was…

International Boost Self-Esteem Month

International Boost Self-Esteem Month is observed in February of each year. Boosting one's self-esteem is great for fighting depression and anxiety and is good for overall mental wellness. According to Oprah…

International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month

International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month, observed in February and sponsored by Group B Strep International, provides information on simple steps one can take to protect a fetus or newborn from…

National Cancer Prevention Month

National Cancer Prevention Month takes place in February. February 2 is National Cancer Prevention Day, and February 4 is World Cancer Day, an annual event promoted by the Union for International…

National Children’s Dental Health Month

National Children’s Dental Health Month, observed in February and sponsored by the American Dental Association, is a time to increase awareness of oral health, promote good oral health habits, and…

Prevent Blindness Awareness Month

Prevent Blindness Awareness Month is observed in February. AMD, or age-related macular degeneration, is a leading cause of vision loss for Americans age 50 and older. It affects central vision, where…

Raynaud’s Awareness Month (UK)

Reynaud's Awareness Month (UK), recognizing Raynaud’s Disease or Reynaud's Phenomenon, is observed in February, and a time to increase awareness about Raynaud's Disease. It is also a time to promote…

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, observed in February, is a time to increase awareness of teen dating violence and spur advocacy on behalf of those who have suffered the emotional…

Blood Cancer Awareness Month

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

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…