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), recognizing Raynaud’s Disease or Raynaud'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, 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…

Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month is observed in March and sponsored by the National Hemophilia Foundation. A bleeding disorder is present when the blood does not clot properly. Blood clotting is a…

Gender Equality Month is observed in March. Gender Equality Month is a global celebration organized by the Womensphere Foundation and New Champions 5050, the global initiative for gender equality and empowering…

Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month, observed in March and sponsored by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, educates the public that myeloma is a type of blood cancer that begins in the…

National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month, observed in March each year, raises the public's awareness of multiple sclerosis. The goals of this awareness campaign are to promote an understanding of…

National Cheerleader Safety Month, observed annually in March by USA Cheer, provides the perfect opportunity to shine the spotlight on cheerleading safety. Cheerleading can be a safe and healthy activity…

National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, observed in March and sponsored by Prevent Cancer Foundation, is a time to increase awareness of colorectal cancer, emphasize the need for a cure, and…

National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month is observed in March each year. During March, all individuals, agencies, and organizations concerned with the challenges of developmental disabilities are encouraged to observe this month…

National Endometriosis Awareness Month, observed in March and sponsored by the Endometriosis Association, raises awareness about a disease that affects an estimated 176 million women around the world. Statistics show…

National Kidney Cancer Awareness Month takes place in March. The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) urges all Americans to give their kidneys a second thought and a well-deserved checkup. Kidneys filter 200…