Your heart works non-stop for you every minute of the day. American Heart Month is a great time to take a closer look at your daily habits and learn simple ways to keep your heart healthy for years to come. Heart disease remains the leading cause of...
In 1970, January was officially established as National Blood Donor Month to honor the millions of individuals who selflessly donate blood to help save lives.
Imagine if one simple action could keep you and your family safe by greatly reducing your risk of injury every time you are in a vehicle. Would you want to know what it is? This lifesaving action is buckling your seatbelt – every trip, every time.
During September, the CDC supports National Childhood Obesity Month. Currently, approximately 1 in 5 U.S. children and adolescents is obese. As parents and caregivers, we all know it is essential to provide children with the tools they need to succeed, both in and out of the classroom.
"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" By now, most people are starting to realize that summer vacation is quickly coming to an end, and it is time to get ready to go "Back to School."
What do horseradish, berries, watermelon, baked beans, ice cream, cold deli salads, hotdogs, and peaches all have in common? You would be correct if you said they all have a national day during July. Beyond this curious detail, these foods offer us a chance to look at...
National SAFE Day is observed on June 4th to raise awareness and prevent accidental shootings involving young people. Unfortunately, most recent data shows that approximately 48,000, almost 132 people a day, died from firearm injuries in the United States.
The human skeleton is made up of 206 bones. These living and growing tissues provide support, allow movement, protect our organs, store calcium and minerals our bodies need, and act as a blood factory, making over 2 million new red blood cells every second.
In 1992, more than 30 years ago, the Health Resource Network (HRN), a non-profit education organization, initiated National Stress Awareness Month. The purpose of this initiative is to raise awareness about the physical and mental impact that stress has on a person and how to manage their...
Every March, the Brain Injury Association of America leads the annual Brain Injury Awareness campaign. During the month, they work and advocate to raise awareness about brain injuries, their causes, effects, and prevention.