December 3rd marks International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD). Since 1945, the United Nations (UN) has been committed to creating “inclusive, accessible and sustainable societies and communities.” The UN strives to keep this an active part of their policies and practices. In 1948 the UN adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in an effort to further their goals. In … [Read more...]
ADHD Awareness
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects people of every age, gender, IQ, religion and socio-economic background. October is ADHD Awareness Month. However, the largest gathering for the ADHD community is the Virtual International Conference on ADHD. It occurred November 4-6 this year. ADHD Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates ADHD is one … [Read more...]
Fire Prevention Month
Fire Prevention Week Although October is Fire Prevention Month, October 3 - 9, 2021 is also Fire Prevention Week. For 2021, the National Fire Prevention Association’s theme is “Learn the Sound of Fire Safety!” Focusing on learning the sounds of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in homes and that those sounds are a sign to act. Annual Theme These year’s theme also serves to remind … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Approximately 250,000 women receive a diagnosis of breast cancer in the United States each year, more than 15% of which don't survive. Regular examinations, maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle, and avoiding potential risk factors can reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. Regular Examinations Are Important Self examinations … [Read more...]
National Immunization Awareness Month
August is commonly the beginning of a new school year, end of summer, and start of cold and flu season in America. National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) aims to draw attention to the importance of vaccinations. Vaccines help protect people of all ages. The Value Of Vaccinations Vaccines go through series of testing before … [Read more...]
National Airborne Day
National Airborne Day August 16th is National Airborne Day. In 2001 then President George W. Bush chose this day to recognize, past, present and future Airborne soldiers. The day also commemorates the first use of American paratroopers in combat on August 16, 1942. History August 13 – August 16, 1940 Fort Benning, Georgia, “a platoon of Soldiers completed four days of parachute … [Read more...]
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