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Health Observances and Recognition Days

May
1-31: American Stroke Month - Stroke is our nation's number-three killer and a leading cause of disability. American Stroke Month is intended to heighten the public's awareness of stroke warning signs and risk factors. For more information, contact the American Stroke Association: (888) 4.STROKE or http://www.strokeassociation.org. 

1-31: Huntington's Disease Awareness Month - The Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA)  provides support and services to patients and their families. The society's programs include research and patient and family services, as well as education for family members and the professional health community. For more information, contact HDSA: (800) 345-HDSA or http://www.hdsa.org. 

1-31: Lupus Awareness Month - Lupus Awareness Month calls attention to the symptoms and health impact of systemic lupus erythematosus and the help available through the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA). For more information, contact LFA: (202) 349-1145 or http://www.lupus.org. 

1-31: National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month - Skin cancer, the most common form of cancer, affects one in five Americans. More than one million new cases are diagnosed each year. This month seeks to educate the public about the importance of early skin cancer prevention and detection. For more information, contact the American Academy of Dermatology: (866) 503-7546 or http://www.aad.org.

1-31: National Mental Health Month - For more than 50 years, our nation has celebrated May as Mental Health Month to raise awareness about mental illnesses and the importance of mental wellness for all. For more information, contact Mental Health America: (800) 969-6642 or http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net.

1-31: National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month - Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for an estimated 44 million Americans, or 55 percent of those 50 and older. During Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) works with national organizations, hospitals, businesses, and community groups to publicize the importance of early diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. For more information, contact NOF: (800) 231-4222 or http://www.nof.org.

6-12: National Nurses Week - National Nurses Week seeks to raise public awareness of the value of nursing and help educate the public about the vital roles registered nurses play in meeting the health care needs of the American public. For more information, contact the American Nurses Association: (800) 274-4ANA or http://www.nursingworld.org.

11-17: National Hospital Week - National Hospital Week focuses public attention on the many contributions hospitals make to their communities and is a traditional time for hospitals to recognize staff and volunteers. For more information and to download promotional products, go to: http://www.imprintmall.com/hospitalweek.

11-17: National Nursing Home Week - National Nursing Home Week is a community outreach program to familiarize the public with long-term care facilities and their services. For more information, contact National Nursing Home Week, American Health Care Association: (202) 842-4444 or http://www.nnhw.org.