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…

Career and Technical Education Month, or CTE Month, is a public awareness campaign that takes place each February to celebrate the value of CTE and the achievements and accomplishments of…

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 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 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 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, 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 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, 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 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…