National Birth Defects Awareness Month, observed in January, is a time to increase awareness of birth defects. We know that an individual’s genetics, social and environmental factors, and behaviors can have an impact on birth defects and that not all birth defects can be prevented. There are things that can help increase a woman’s chances of…

Mental Wellness Month is observed in January. One in five adults experience mental health issues every year. Millions of lives are impacted by poor mental health. Mental Wellness Month is intended to bring awareness to the importance of good mental health. Blue Monday takes place in January because it is based on a number of days from…

Cervical Health Awareness Month, observed in January and sponsored by the National Cervical Cancer Coalition, is a time to increase awareness of cervical health. For example, cervical cancer is highly preventable with regular screening tests and appropriate follow-up care. It can also be cured when found early and treated appropriately. Cervical Health Awareness Month, sponsored…

National Safe Toys and Gifts Month is observed in December and sponsored by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. National Safe Toys and Gifts Month recognizes that, in recent years, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has created a robust toy safety system, by requiring testing by independent, third party testing laboratories around the world, enforcing stringent lead…

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month is observed in November and sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. National Impaired Driving Prevention Month is a time to raise awareness about the consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The month of December is one of the busiest on the nation’s roadways, and…

Stomach Cancer Awareness Month, observed in November and sponsored by No Stomach For Cancer, Inc., is a time to increase awareness of stomach cancer, the need for a cure after diagnosis, and to spur advocacy on behalf of those suffering with the emotional, financial and physical burden of stomach cancer. Stomach Cancer Awareness Month was first…

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Awareness Month, observed in November, is a time to increase awareness of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, the need for a cure, and spur advocacy on behalf of those suffering with the emotional, financial and physical burden of Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy. Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) is a condition that includes a group of symptoms,…

Prematurity Awareness Month is observed in November, an opportunity to reflect on the nearly 400,000 babies born preterm each year in the United States and what we can do to prevent it. Prematurity Awareness Month educates the public that about 1 in 10 babies are born preterm, or before completing the normal 37 to 40 weeks of…

Pet Diabetes Awareness Month is observed in November, and while this month was originally designed to increase awareness of this common endocrine disease in humans, it is important to be aware of the growing prevalence of diabetes in dogs and cats also. Untreated, diabetes mellitus can be fatal in dogs and cats. Pet Diabetes Awareness Month reminds…

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month is observed in November each year. Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month is a time to increase awareness of pancreatic cancer, the need for a cure after diagnosis, and spur advocacy on behalf of those suffering with the emotional, financial and physical burden of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer starts when the exocrine glands or the…

National Runaway Prevention Month is spearheaded each year by the National Runaway Safeline and National Network for Youth. The goals of National Runaway Prevention Month are two-fold: To raise awareness of the runaway and homeless youth crisis and the issues that these young people face and to educate the public about solutions and the role they…

National Hospice and Palliative Care Month is observed in November and sponsored by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. Every year, more than 1.58 million people living with a life-limiting illness receive care from hospice palliative care providers in the United States. National Hospice and Palliative Care Month raises awareness of the many benefits of hospice…