Table of Contents1 Why Heart Health Still Matters2 Understanding Heart Disease: The Basics3 Heart Disease Awareness & Prevention4 Understanding Heart Disease Risk Factors: Who’s Most at Risk and Why5 Recognizing Symptoms: Heart Attack and Beyond5.1 Heart Disease in Women vs. Men6 Congenital Heart Defects: A Lifelong Heart Health Component7 Screening …
Why Cervical Cancer Awareness Matters January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, a national observance dedicated to educating women about cervical health, encouraging routine screening, and promoting prevention through early detection. Led by organizations such as the National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC), this initiative highlights the fact that cervical cancer is one …
Why National Influenza Vaccination Week Matters National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is an annual public health observance that highlights the importance of influenza vaccination throughout the flu season, not just in the early fall. While many people associate flu shots with September or October, influenza activity often continues well into …
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a national health observance led by organizations such as the Lung Cancer Foundation of America (LCFA) to increase understanding of this severe disease and encourage proactive screening. Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, claiming more lives each …
[toc] Each October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month reminds us of the critical importance of early detection and proactive care. Despite growing awareness, breast cancer remains the most frequently diagnosed cancer among women and the second leading cause of cancer death in women in the United States. The American Cancer Society …
September marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, a national observance led by the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) and other advocacy groups to raise awareness, promote early detection, and support those affected by this often-silent disease. While ovarian cancer accounts for only about 2.5% of all female cancers, it remains the …
