April is observed as STD Awareness Month. The purpose of this awareness initiative is to “spread the word about what sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are, and how they impact people’s lives, as well as to teach communities about why it’s so important to prevent, test for, and treat these infections. According to the U.S. Centers […]
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The NYU Steinhardt Department of Occupational Therapy defines the practice of occupational therapy (OT), as, “a health profession whose goal is to help people achieve independence, meaning and satisfaction in all aspects of their lives.” Occupational therapists work with people of all ages from premature babies to seniors of advanced ages. According to the Bureau
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When popular comedian and actor Bernie Mac died at age 50 in 2008, it was disclosed that the cause of death was complications from sarcoidosis. His death raised awareness about this rare, multisystem disease, that can be fatal. The United States Congress declared the month of April as National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month in 2008 to
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Each year, during the month of April, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health, observes National Minority Health Month (NMHM). The theme for 2019 is “Active & Healthy,” as they strive to promote healthy lifestyles through physical activity. The need for this campaign arises because more than half of minority
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Five American dental organizations have joined forces to sponsor an awareness campaign to educate the public about preventable dental and facial injuries and to encourage the use of mouth guards, helmets and other protective gear during sports and outdoor activities. April is observed as National Facial Protection Month (NFPM) as doctor’s offices, urgent care centers,
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