Congress deemed January Cervical Cancer Awareness Month—just in time to make a resolution to schedule a yearly gynecological exam. According to the Foundation for Women's Cancer, cervical cancer was once the number one cause of cancer deaths in women.
Making travel arrangements for an elderly relative during the holiday season can be a daunting task for caregivers and family members. There are a variety of factors to consider, such as medical needs, travel insurance, medications, safety, and handicap accessibility. Depending on the individual's condition, it may be necessary for the caregiver or a family member to accompany them on the trip.
November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. Alzheimer's disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, and the fifth leading cause of death for those 65 and older.
Twenty seven years after health advocates named October National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, breast cancer continues to take a heavy toll on American women.
Every August, since 1996, Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (FSMA) coordinates a national awareness month for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) to broaden the general public’s awareness and knowledge of the disease. FMSA is a non profit organization dedicated to promoting
While we’re still dealing with extreme heat and sun safety concerns across much of the country, it’s never too soon to begin thinking about the upcoming flu season and the impact it could have on your household. August is National
This June, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued new guidelines for sunscreen labeling. Their hope is that this will give consumers better information about a product’s effectiveness and for the first time, the packaging will directly state that sunscreens
Each year, Men’s Health Month is celebrated during June through screenings, health fairs, and other education and outreach activities in an effort to encourage men of all ages to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury.
While we all know that the aging process can’t be reversed, we can slow it down. Regular physical activity is the single most important thing to stay healthy and to delay the aging process. According to the Cleveland Clinic, “keeping