Since 1983, the month of May has been observed as the National Physical Fitness and Sports Month by the President’s Council on Fitness. This occasion is considered an opportunity to spread awareness on healthy lifestyles among all Americans and improve their quality of life. For 2019, this month’s theme is #MoveInMay. Engaging in physical activities …
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Factors such as hormonal changes, age and smoking put women at a higher risk for visual impairment and blindness. Each year, April month is observed as Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Sponsored by Prevent Blindness, America, the initiative aims to educate women about the steps they can take to help stop vision loss. Prevent …
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Alcohol addiction is a disease that changes the way the brain works as it causes emotions, impulsive behavior, cravings and withdrawal symptoms and also increases people’s risk of injuries, drowning, liver disease, and some types of cancer. AlcoRehab estimates that approximately 14 million people in the United States fall under the criteria of severe alcohol …
March is observed as National Kidney Month to spread awareness about kidney disease. The kidneys are commonly associated with the creation of urine, but also help break down and excrete waste into the bladder and play a vital role in reabsorption of certain nutrients. Your kidneys perform various functions to help maintain your overall health: …
Tooth decay is one of the most chronic diseases found in American children. There’s a misconception regarding the oral health especially in children and many people think that the state of children’s teeth isn’t a big deal, because after all kids lose their baby teeth and an adult teeth will replace them anyway. But the …
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Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in men and women in the United Sates. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease. To raise awareness about the condition, how to improve heart health, and reduce the risks of …
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Glaucoma is a disease that damages your optic nerve. It’s a condition wherein pressure (usually) builds up and damages the eye’s optic nerve, which leads to vision loss and blindness. According to an article from the GLAUCOMA RESEARCH FOUNDATION, currently more than 3 million people in the United States have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute …
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November is observed as National Healthy Skin Month. This public health and awareness campaign which is sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology, aims to raise awareness about the importance of healthy skin and about common skin problems and how they can be prevented. One of the key goals of National Skin Cancer Month is …
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November is celebrated as American Diabetes Month to raise awareness about this chronic condition. November 14 is observed as World Diabetes Day by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO). This year’s theme for American Diabetes Month is “Everyday Reality”. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) explains, “For those who’ve been diagnosed, …
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers found in American women, other than skin cancers. So, to increase awareness regarding this, October is observed as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) (October 1-October 31). NBCAM is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of …
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