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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 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 Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is an annual program that brings people together to raise awareness for the problems of hunger and homelessness through…
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National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
Each November, hospice and palliative care programs reach out to raise awareness about the importance of high-quality hospice and palliative care. Hospice and palliative care programs…
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World Diabetes Day is November 14th
If “diabetes” were a country, it would be the third largest in the world, behind China and India. More than 370 million people are now…
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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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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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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 Depression and Mental Health Screening Month
October is a significant awareness month—one dedicated to mental health, well-being, and the importance of early intervention. National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month is…
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World Mental Health Day, October 10
As the autumn leaves start to paint the world in warm hues and the air turns crisper, October brings with it a day of utmost…
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – an annual campaign that aims to educate the public on the importance of early screening, testing and treatment for…
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