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May is High Blood Pressure Education Month. One in three American adults has high blood pressure, also called hypertension, and that's 67 million people who have to work to check their blood pressure daily. Unfortunately, more than half of people with high blood pressure do not have their condition under control. Blood pressure is normal when systolic pressure (the higher number) is less than 120 mmHg, and diastolic pressure (the lower number) is less than 80 mmHg. People at risk for high blood pressure, often called prehypertension, have systolic pressure between 120 and 139 mmHg or diastolic between 80 and 89 mmHg. High blood pressure means systolic pressure is 140 mmHg or higher or diastolic is 90 mmHg or higher. Talk with your healthcare team about your personal blood pressure goal.

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May

Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month: May

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Borderline personality disorder (BPD), marked by the inability to manage emotions, is a serious mental illness affecting nearly six percent of the population, millions worldwide. Symptoms generally occur in adolescence or early adulthood and can be present in familial relationships, business relationships, or both. Signs of BPD include impulsiveness, reckless behavior, and an inability to maintain healthy relationships. BPD often compounds other issues, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and eating disorders. BPD Month is an opportunity to learn about this mental illness, how to best interact with persons suffering, and learn about techniques for managing it.

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May

Brain Tumor Action Month: May

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Promoted by the National Brain Tumor Society, Brain Tumor Action Month raises awareness about brain tumors and provides the means for treatment, support, and early detection. Annually, brain tumors are discovered in nearly 200,000 Americans. Particularly in children, a brain tumor is considered the most deadly type of cancer, and brain tumors are the third most dangerous cancer in 20-39-year-olds.

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May

Building Safety Month, Ntl.: May

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National Building Safety Month has been an annual event since 1980 with presidential support since 2011. The following is from that Presidential Proclamation: "Building safety is a critical component of our homeland security, personal and public safety, property protection, and economic well-being. While disasters have had devastating and heartbreaking effects in our country and around the world, modern building safety standards and fire prevention codes help us withstand, mitigate, and rapidly recover from hurricanes, winter storms, tornadoes, earthquakes, and floods. It is our collective responsibility as a Nation—nonprofit organizations and the public and private sectors—to implement effective standards and codes that sustain safe and resilient structures. We need innovation and partnerships at all levels of society to develop transformative breakthroughs in building materials and construction techniques that strengthen the integrity of our homes, workplaces, and commercial facilities. Building safety and fire prevention officials, architects, engineers, design professionals, builders, and others in the construction industry work every day to ensure the sound construction of buildings and the safety of our citizens. Their efforts to construct or retrofit buildings that utilize state-of-the-art safety, energy efficiency, and fire prevention standards are important to our national resilience and our ability to compete in the 21st-century economy. As a resilient Nation, we must continue to do everything in our power to enhance our ability to withstand and rapidly recover from natural and manmade disasters, disruptions, and emergencies." President Barak Obama May 2011

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May

Cancer Research Month, Ntl.: May

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The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) acknowledges May as National Cancer Research Month, declared by the United States Congress in 2007 and 2011, in recognition of high-quality, innovative cancer research. How can you help? Call on Congress to make cancer research a top national priority. Federal funding for medical research continues to decline, threatening the future health of Americans. This is a necessary time to educate lawmakers about the importance of robust investment in the National Cancer Institute and the National Institutes of Health. Take action now! Learn how you can volunteer on behalf of the AACR. Donate to the AACR Foundation for the Prevention and Cure of Cancer. The foundation accelerates progress in the conquest of cancer by providing financial support for cancer research with the highest potential for impact. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) endorses the American Association for Cancer Research as a BBB Wise Giving Alliance charity.

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May

Car-Keeping Month, Ntl. Good: May

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National Good Car Keeping Month occurs each May and reminds Americans to prepare their cars for summer driving. Key tips include: Radiator flushes. Rotating tires and checking the pressure. Replacing brake pads if needed. Replacing windshield wipers and wiper fluid. Getting an oil change. Car owners are urged to keep a fire extinguisher, window cleaner, and paper towels in their cars (bugs tend to cloud windshields in rural areas during the summer quickly). Recommended as well, an extra gallon of water for radiators and an extra quart of oil as a safety precaution. Advertising agency Sander Allen Advertising created the event.

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May

Celiac Awareness Month (CA): May

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Celiac Awareness Month in Canada is promoted by Canadian Celiac Association chapters coast-to-coast. Its objective is to educate Canadians about celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis, and the benefits of a gluten-free diet.

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May

Cheese Month, American: May

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American Cheese Month celebrates the rich and diverse world of American-made cheeses beginning in 2011. The month highlights the incredible variety of cheeses produced in the United States, with various events and activities organized to promote American-made cheese and its producers. Cheese tastings, cheese-making workshops, cooking classes, and events focused on cheese enthusiasts provide an opportunity to learn more about American cheese and the people who make it. Retailers, restaurants, and other food establishments often showcase American-made cheeses on their menus and in their stores. Many retailers offer special deals during the month, while restaurants feature dishes made with local cheeses. American Cheese Month is an excellent opportunity for people to support small, independent cheese makers and producers across the United States. It also encourages people to learn about and appreciate the wide varieties of cheese produced in the country, from classic cheddars and blues to artisanal goat and sheep milk cheeses.

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May

Chocolate Custard Month: May

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What is the difference between custard and pudding? Custards have eggs, and puddings do not. Custards thickened through egg protein. Puddings thickened through starch (tapioca, cornstarch, etc.) Custards are not vegan. Puddings are vegan if made with soy, rice, or coconut milk. Whichever you prefer, enjoy eating chocolate all month in a pie, torte, or custard. National Chocolate Custard Month is an unofficial event with no sponsor.

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May

Civility Awareness Month, Global: May

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For thirty-one days, at home, work, or school, people worldwide are encouraged to practice civility by being considerate, polite, and helpful during Global Civility Awareness Month.

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May

Clap 4 Health Month: May

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If you're confused because this event usually occurs during winter, you're sane. The organizers keep moving it around. First, it was January, then March, and now May. Hopefully, they'll keep it in one place now. Children, Seniors, and just about everyone can clap. Not only is it exercise, but it releases feel-good endorphins that elevate your mood. Clap 4 Health Month is an annual outreach program that uses clapping to educate Americans about obesity and cardiovascular disease.

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May

College Students with Disabilities Recognition Month: May

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Also referred to as College Students with Disabilities Recognition Month, Co-ed Disability Month highlights achievements by students with disabilities. Nominate your favorite specially-abled student for the annual award at Image Impact International.

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May

Craft & Design Month (2011)(UK): May

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Craft & Design magazine launched Craft Design Month in 2011 to support and promote designers, makers, and small creative businesses across Britain. See the event website to search by region, craft, and event type. You'll find details of craft fairs, shows, courses, workshops, gallery exhibitions, open studios, and art trails. If you're an artist, crafter, or event organizer, you can list your Craft and Design Month events beginning in March each year.

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May

Crohn's & Colitis Awareness Month (AU): May

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May is Crohn's & Colitis Awareness Month in Australia. The same event is observed in Canada each November. Crohn's disease can involve any part of the gastrointestinal tract from the mouth to the anus but most commonly affects the small intestine and the colon. There may be areas of healthy intestine between areas of diseased intestine. Within a diseased section, Crohn's disease can affect all layers of the intestinal wall. It can lead to the development of complications that are specific to this condition: Strictures (intestinal obstruction or narrowing of the intestinal wall) Abscesses (boils) and skin tags (swollen lumps or 'flaps' of thickened skin occurring just outside the anus). Fistulae (abnormal channels connecting different intestine loops to itself or other body organs). Fissures (ulcerated tears or cracks in the lining of the anal canal), malabsorption, and malnutrition. Sometimes surgery is required to lessen Crohn's Disease, but simple diet changes can often alleviate the problem. This month is about raising awareness of the disease and what people can do to mitigate the effects and improve the quality of their lives.

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May

Cystic Fibrosis Month: May

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The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation sponsors Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month in May to highlight the growing need for awareness about Cystic Fibrosis (CF). During this time, volunteers and people with CF and their families unite to help shine a spotlight on what CF is and the progress made toward a cure. 1) 30,000 children and adults have CF in the United States. 2) More than 10 million Americans are symptomless carriers of the defective CF gene. 3) About 1,000 new cases of Cystic Fibrosis are diagnosed each year. Activities include: Walk in Great Strides, an annual fundraising walk occurring in over 600 locations throughout the United States. Australia also observes May as 65 Roses Month, with 65 Roses Day at the end of May to bring awareness to this disease. Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that: Clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections; and It obstructs the pancreas and stops natural enzymes from helping the body break down and absorb food. In the 1950s, few children with Cystic Fibrosis lived to attend elementary school. Today advances in research and medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life for children and adults with CF. Many people with the disease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s, and beyond. The symbol of Cystic Fibrosis is the 65 roses.

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