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February is Cancer Prevention Month
A substantial proportion of cancers could be prevented, including all cancers caused by tobacco use and other unhealthy behaviors. Excluding non-melanoma skin cancer, at least…
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Celebrating the Agents of Change this Black History Month
During Black History Month, which takes place each year during the month of February, there is much to celebrate about the past achievements and impact…
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January is National Poverty in America Awareness Month
Hunger and malnutrition, limited access to education and other basic services, social discrimination and exclusion, disabilities, restricted access to participation in the democratic process. These are…
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National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
President Ronald Reagan designated November as Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in 1983 when there were less than two million people suffering from the disease. Since…
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National Scholarship Month/National Education Month
National Scholarship Month/National Education Month aims to build awareness of scholarships and opportunities in higher education. Established in 1998, it recognizes communities, organizations, and businesses within the…
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National Veterans and Military Families Month
Each year, November is designated as National Veterans and Military Families Month to thank service members and their families for all their hard work and…
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National Homeless Youth Awareness Month
Since 2007, National Homeless Youth Awareness Month raises awareness for children and families dealing with homelessness and educates the public on ways to help end…
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Diabetes Awareness Month
Diabetes Awareness Month aims to raise awareness for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes through education and advocacy. More than 100 million adults and children…
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Animal Rescue Team and Disaster Response
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) Animal Rescue Team (ART) is on call 24/7, ready to deploy whenever animals are caught in large-scale…
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Celebrating Juneteenth and Continuing to Work in Solidarity for Racial Justice, Equality, and Equity
June 19 — also known as Juneteenth, or the nation’s second Independence Day — commemorates the end of slavery in Texas, and therefore the nation,…
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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month 2024
In honor of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan – considered the tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States – each…
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International Day of Yoga
June 21st marks International Day of Yoga, a day dedicated to promoting the practice of yoga and its many benefits for physical, mental, and emotional…
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