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February Observances
Please see last month's newsletter for information on the following February observances or click on the links below:
March Observances
American Red Cross Month - The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Contact your local chapter to donate blood, volunteer your time or take one of their many training classes.
Brain Injury Awareness Month - Most of us have heard of concussions and Shaken Baby Syndrome, but there are many more types of brain injuries. For more information visit the Brain Injury Association of America website.
Hemophilia Month - Visit the National Hemophilia Foundation to learn more about Hemophilia, which is a genetic bleeding disorder that prevents the blood from clotting normally.
National Colorectal Awareness Month - Colorectal cancer is cancer of the colon or rectum and is as common in women as it is in men. For information on risk factors, prevention and early detection, symptoms and treatment visit the Prevent Cancer Foundation.
National Developmental Disabilities Month - In the United States, almost one in six children have one or more developmental disabilities or other developmental delays. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information.
National Eye Donor Month - The Eye Bank Association of America is the oldest transplant association in the United States. Visit their website for more information.
National Kidney Month - 1 in 3 Americans is at risk for kidney disease due to diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of kidney failure. Visit The National Kidney Foundation for more information.
National Nutrition Month - Nutrition plays a major factor in every individual's health. Visit the academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' website eatsmart.org to learn about dietary guidelines, food labels, eating right on a budget, shopping and meal planning, as well as cooking tips, trends and recipes.
National Poison Prevention Month - For steps to help prevent accidental poisonings and tips for promoting community involvement in poison prevention visit The Poison Prevention Council or the American Association of Poison Control Centers.
Save Your Vision Month - Visit the American Optometric Association to learn about various eye and vision conditions as well as how to care for your vision.
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