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…

National Blood Donor Month is observed in January. The need for blood donations is constant and your donation is important for maintaining a healthy and reliable blood supply. National Blood Donor…

National Glaucoma Awareness Month, observed in January, is a time to increase awareness of glaucoma, promote the need for a cure, and spur advocacy on behalf of those suffering with…

National Mentoring Month is the largest-scale mentoring campaign nationwide, recognized by each sitting American president since its inception. It culminates each year with the National Mentoring Summit. National Mentoring Month was launched…

National Radon Action Month observed in January, is a time to increase awareness of radon. You can’t see it or smell it, but radon could be present at a dangerous level…

National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, observed in January, is a time to increase awareness of human trafficking. Human trafficking primarily involves exploitation which comes in many forms, including:…

National Stalking Awareness Month, observed in January, is a time to increase awareness of stalking, and to spur advocacy on behalf of those suffering with the emotional, financial and physical…

National Winter Sports TBI Awareness Month, observed in January, is a time to increase awareness of winter sports TBIs, promote the need for a cure after a traumatic brain injury,…

Thyroid Awareness Month, observed in January, is a time to increase awareness of the health and function of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small gland located in the…

AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month, observed in February and sponsored by the National Eye Institute Information Office, raises awareness about AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration) and Low Vision. These disorders have an…

American Heart Month, observed in February and sponored by the American Heart Association, is a time to increase awareness of heart disease. Heart disease kills an estimated 630,000 Americans each…

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of blacks in U.S. history. Black History Month grew out of “Negro…