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Alcohol Awareness Month
Alcohol Awareness Month, observed each April, works to increase public awareness and understanding, reduce stigma, and encourage local communities to focus on alcoholism and alcohol-related issues. Alcohol Awareness Month includes an Alcohol-Free Weekend, which is designed to raise public awareness about the use of alcohol and how it may be affecting individuals, families, and the community.…
Ankylosing Spondylitis Awareness Month
Ankylosing Spondylitis Awareness Month is observed in April. Ankylosing Spondylitis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine or back, although other joints can become involved. In Ankylosing Spondylitis, the joints and ligaments along the spine become inflamed and lead to severe, chronic pain and discomfort as well as stiffness that usually begins…
Counseling Awareness Month
Counseling Awareness Month is observed during April, honoring mental health counselors, school and college counselors, substance abuse counselors, and career counselors. Counseling Awareness Month encourages people to learn about professional counselors and the benefits of counseling. Many people are afraid to seek counseling, even though they may benefit from it. Seeking counseling is a way to proactively…
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month, observed in April, is a time to increase awareness of esophageal cancer, promote the need for a cure after diagnosis, and spur advocacy on behalf of those suffering from the emotional, financial and physical burden of esophageal cancer. Esophageal cancer forms in the tissue lining of the esophagus. Esophageal Cancer Awareness…
Fabry Disease Awareness Month
Fabry Disease Awareness Month is observed in April. During this time, advocates educate and raise awareness about Fabry Disease, and the way to recognize, diagnose and understand its management. Fabry Disease Awareness Month calls attention to Fabry Disease, a rare disease that interfere with the body’s ability to break down specific fatty substances. It is considered an…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month, observed in April, raises awareness about IBS. This event encourages people who have symptoms of IBS to seek medical advice. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month advocates strive to reduce the stigma associated with IBS by encouraging people to talk more about this condition. Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, is a disorder…
Month of the Military Child
Month of the Military Child takes place in April. From deployments to new schools, military children are faced with unique challenges that ordinary youth their age never experience. Their ability to adapt to present and future changes deserves our respect and admiration. In an effort to recognize the hard work - and applaud - the courage…
National Autism Awareness Month
National Autism Awareness Month is observed in April. National Autism Awareness Month represents an excellent opportunity to promote autism awareness, autism acceptance and to draw attention to the tens of thousands facing an autism diagnosis each year. The Puzzle Pieces Pin - Put It On!The Autism awareness puzzle ribbon pin is the most recognized symbol of…
National Cancer Control Month
National Cancer Control Month, observed in April, highlights the goal of many cancer prevention organizations and governments, which is to raise awareness about this disease all over the world. National Cancer Control Month is a time to rededicate ourselves to efforts to prevent cancer and its treatment complications. The goal for all Americans, whether or not…
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
National Child Abuse Prevention Month, observed during the month of April, calls attention to child abuse, the need for prevention, and spurs advocacy on behalf of those suffering from the emotional and physical impact of child abuse and neglect. National Child Abuse Prevention Month educates people that physical injury is not the only negative impact of…
National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
National Distracted Driving Awareness Month is observed in April. Distracted driving is any activity that has the potential to divert a person's attention away from the primary task of driving. All distractions endanger driver, passenger, and bystander safety. National Distracted Driving Awareness Month calls attention to the best way to end distracted driving, which is to educate…
National Donate Life Month
National Donate Life Month is observed in April. National Donate Life Month focuses national attention on organ, eye and tissue donation and transplantation — to share the importance of registering your decision to be a donor, honor deceased and living donors, and celebrate the lifesaving and healing gift of transplantation. National Donate Life Month features an entire…
National Facial Protection Month
National Facial Protection Month takes place in April. Organizations encourage children and adults to enjoy the pleasures of the season by using common sense and taking the necessary precautions to prevent sports injuries. National Facial Protection Month in April reminds both children and adults that, as you suit up for outdoor activities this spring, don't forget to…
National Inter-Professional Health Care Month
National Inter-Professional Health Care Month, observed in April, recognizes that quality health care is in the public’s interest for maintenance of independence, productivity, happiness, overall welfare and well-being of society.
National Minority Cancer Awareness Month
National Minority Cancer Awareness Month is observed in April. This month is dedicated to calling attention to minority cancer health disparities and the need for awareness. National Minority Cancer Awareness Month focuses on cancer health disparities research, cancer types and disparities, and building a diverse biomedical workforce.
National Minority Health Month
National Minority Health Month is observed in April. Recognizing that health is the key to progress and equity in all other things, Dr. Booker T. Washington proposed the observance of National Negro Health Week in April 1915. He called on local health departments, schools, churches, businesses, professional associations, and the most influential organizations in the African-American…
National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month
National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month is observed in April, and calls attention to sarcoidosis. It also encourages further research into this rare condition. National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month educates that sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease in which the immune system goes into overdrive, causing cells to group together into clumps called granulomas. While more than 90 percent of cases…
Occupational Therapy Month
Occupational Therapy Month, observed in April, is a time to increase awareness of occupational therapy, promote the need for intervention after an injury or illness, and spur advocacy on behalf of those suffering with the emotional, financial and physical burden of illness and injury. Occupational Therapy Month calls attention to the way occupational therapy helps people…
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Oral Cancer Awareness Month, observed in April, focuses on a national screening campaign to end oral cancer. Oral Cancer Awareness Month calls attention to the fact that awareness of oral cancer in the American public is low. While smoking and tobacco use are still major risk factors, the fastest growing segment of oral cancer patients is…
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month is recognized in April by both civilian and military communities and sponsored by the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN). In addition to the civilian population, the Department of Defense focuses on creating a culture that eliminates sexual assault. Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month is observed by the Department…
STI / STD Awareness Month
STI / STD Awareness Month is observed in April. Diseases that are spread through sexual contact are usually referred to as sexually transmitted diseases or STDs for short. In recent years, however, many experts in this area of public health have suggested replacing STD with a new term, sexually transmitted infection, or STI. STI / STD…
Stress Awareness Month
Stress Awareness Month, observed in April, is a national, cooperative effort to inform people about the dangers of stress, successful coping strategies, and harmful misconceptions about stress. Chronic stress often causes hypertension, which can lead to other serious health issues, such as heart attack or stroke. Stress Awareness Month reminds us that whether you choose to…
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month is observed in April. Testicular Cancer Awareness Month is observed in concert with the long-recognized Testicular Cancer Awareness Week, which starts on April 1st. What is the color for testicular cancer? The Testicular Cancer Society recognizes royal blue as its official testicular cancer awareness color. There has been much debate about the…
Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Women's Eye Health and Safety Month is observed in April and designed to educate women about the steps they can take to help stop vision loss. Women's Eye Health and Safety Month educates women that those age 40 and older should make it a priority to have a dilated eye exam to help prevent vision loss. It…
Youth Sports Safety Month
National Youth Sports Safety Month, observed in April, is the perfect time to bring safety awareness to track meets, ball games, and playing fields at school and in our communities. National Youth Sports Safety Month sponsors offer 5 important tips for coaches, parents, and kids: Before playing organized sports, make sure young athletes receive a pre-participation…