Christmas, being a Christian festival, is celebrated each year in order to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. People from all over the world observe this religious and secular tradition on December 25. The popularity of Christmas surged a lot during the Middle Ages as many liturgical celebrations took place. It was the 15th century …
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Rededication, commemorates the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem following its desecration by Syrian Greeks in 164 BCE. Despite being a late addition to the Jewish liturgical calendar, the eight-day Hanukkah festival has become a cherished and cheerful holiday. It is also known as the Festival of Lights, …
During Autism Awareness Month we want to focus on what Autism is and understanding the need for acceptance of people with Autism. Autism is a neurological developmental disability with an estimated prevalence of one to two percent of the American and worldwide population. The diversity of the disability means that each person’s individual experience of …
National Doctor’s Day is celebrated in honor or all physician, medical professionals and doctors for their dedicated services. This day is to spotlight the achievements and devotion of all medical professionals who work and serve others round the clock to save lives. It’s a day celebrated for acknowledging the services of doctors and their huge …
The month of March is National Social Work Month. It aims to recognize and celebrate the dedication and empathy social workers across the country deliver, while providing services to children and adults in need. Social workers are advocates, advisors, counselors, and facilitators in schools, clinics, businesses, and government offices. Social work can be emotionally draining, …
During American Heart Month, we raise awareness of the risks of heart disease and remember those we have lost to it. The most common form of heart disease in the United States is coronary artery disease (CAD), which occurs when the arteries that supply blood to the heart become hardened and narrowed due to a …
Every February, the U.S. honors the contributions and sacrifices and legacy of African Americans who have strived for the nation. Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs and recognizes the trials and tribulations are part of our country’s history. This year’s theme, Black Health and Wellness, pays homage to medical scholars and health …
The first week of December is National Hand Washing Awareness Week. 80% of communicable diseases can be transferred by touch (person-to-person contact). Make it a point to wash your hands several times a day to prevent infections and disease. Clean hands prevent sickness!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the breast. Breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer in American women. Most breast cancers are found in women who …
A mental illness is a physical illness of the brain that causes disturbances in thinking, behavior, energy or emotion that make it difficult to cope with the ordinary demands of life. 1 in 20 U.S. Adults experience Serious Mental Illnesses (SMI) each year, but less than two-thirds get treatment. This week is dedicated to raising …
