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Each May, NCADD and the National Network of Affiliates play a significant and vital role across the US in educating people, especially women, about the dangers of consuming alcohol and using drugs during pregnancy. An educated mother or father can prevent the fate many newborns face. This month is about educating people about the facts. Fetal alcohol syndrome disorder (FASD), the leading cause of developmental disabilities in newborns (historically known as mental retardation), stems from maternal alcoholism or heavy drinking during pregnancy. ALCOHOL Features of FASD include growth deficiency before and after birth, developmental delays, intellectual challenges, behavioral problems, and changes in facial characteristics such as a flattened mid-face, small jaw, or a thin upper lip. COCAINE Perinatal cocaine exposure can result in obstetrical complications such as low birth weight, smaller head circumference, abnormal neonatal behavior, and cerebral infarction at birth. Children with this exposure are easily distracted and passive. They face various visual and perceptual problems and difficulties with fine motor skills. Alcohol and Drug use During pregnancy: In the US: 20 percent (about one million) of pregnant women smoke cigarettes; 18 percent (about 750,000) of women drink alcohol during pregnancy; Six percent (225,000) of women use an illicit drug at least once while carrying a child to term.

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Amyloidosis Day, Ntl. (AU): May 8

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Amyloidosis is when protein amyloids build up in tissues and organs, leading to organ failure, which can kill you. It's a rare condition, but it can only be maintained, not cured. National Amyloidosis Day seeks to raise awareness about this condition and available treatments.

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Coaching Week, Intl.: May 8-14

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International Coaching Week (ICW) is an annual week-long global celebration of the coaching profession. It is designed to focus attention on the benefits of executive and career coaching. People who engage career coaches typically see an improvement of: 70% in Work Performance, 61% in Business Management, 57% in Time Management, 51% Team Effectiveness. This event was initially held in February and moved to May in 2014.

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Coconut Cream Pie Day: May 8

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Coeliac (Celiac) Awareness Week: May 13-19 (est)

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Coeliac (Celiac) Awareness Week is an annual international event that seeks to educate people about celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis, and the benefits of a gluten-free diet for the one percent of people with this autoimmune, hereditary disease.

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Coronation Bank Holiday (UK): May 8

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Bank holidays are public holidays in several countries, most notably the United Kingdom and its former colonies. This is a special bank holiday for the Coronation of HRH King Charles III. Bank holidays are days the banks are closed. Often the general population is given the day off as well, but this is not guaranteed.

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Donkey Day, Intl.: May 8

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International Donkey Day came about through the internationally known (27 countries) Donkey Sanctuary, founded in 1969 by Dr. Elizabeth Svendsen in the United Kingdom. The organization's mission is to provide a permanent home for rescue donkeys and mules experiencing ill health, maltreatment, abuse, and poor living conditions. They also offer support for donkey and mule owners with services and information. International Donkey Day focuses on the need to care for these sturdy and essential work animals, educate the public, further research, and encourage people to sponsor or adopt donkeys and mules in the nation of their choice. Donkey Sanctuary recommends observing this day by: a) Become a donkey ambassador! Learn about these amazing animals and share them with family and friends. b) Be a responsible owner: donkeys live about 30 years and form strong attachments. Donkey parents are long-term parents. c) Pay attention if you ride or see work donkeys. Are they well cared for, happy and safe? d) Spend quality time with donkeys today! e) Become a sponsor, adopt, donate, and help support donkeys. Happy International Donkey Day!

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Dying Matters Awareness Week (UK): May 8-14

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National Council for Palliative Care created Dying Matters Awareness Week in 2009. Few things are certain in life, but two are for sure. Every human being on this planet is born, and every human being will die. We only get one chance to meet our dying wishes, so it's vital to talk, plan and make arrangements for the end of life. That's why the theme of Dying Matters Awareness Week is "Dying Matters: You only die once."

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Etiquette Week, Ntl.: May 8-12

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Facilities Managers Week, World FM: May 8-12

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World Facilities Managers Week showcases the vital work facilities management professionals contribute to businesses worldwide and aims to raise the profile of these crucial roles.

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Golf Day, Ntl. (US-DC): May 8-10

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National Golf Day celebrates the sport of golf, its fans, and its impact on sports history, the US, and world economies. Golf is a big business, contributing nearly US$70 billion annually to the global economy and raising US$4 billion annually for various charities. Several golfing organizations support National Golf Day.

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Iris Day: May 8

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Often, flowers represent specific events: the daffodil in England for the coast guard, orchids for prostate cancer, and roses for childhood cancer. The iris is associated with faith, wisdom, cherished friendship, hope, courage, compliments, promises of love, and wisdom. It is the perfect flower to give someone you are newly dating, a college graduate, returning military and special friends. National Iris Day is an unofficial holiday with no sponsor.

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Lag B'Omer (J): May 8/9

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Bonfires, haircuts, and weddings, what do all these things have in common? The Jewish holiday of Lag B'Omer. Lag B'Omer marks the anniversary of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's death (approximately 120AD - 199 AD), the author of the Zohar and the teachings of Jewish mysticism known as Kabbalah, which originated around the time of the first books of the Talmud. Both collections inform various sects of modern Judaism. The Hassidic teachers of the faith believe that a person's good works culminate in their impact on the day of their death. Therefore, the Rabbi's request that his life be celebrated joyfully marks this 33rd day between Passover and Shavuot (18th of Iyar). The 32 days leading up to Lag B'Omer are a time of mourning in the Jewish faith. During the second century, 24,000 yeshiva students succumbed to a plague. The abstinence from joys, including weddings, festivities, and pleasure, serve as a reminder of the students and the dangers of plagues. Lag B'Omer marks the end of the mourning and is a day of celebration. One tradition is that all three-year-old boys get their first haircut on this day. Another is the resumption of weddings, as this day is seen as particularly auspicious. Huge bonfires, dancing, and singing round out the festivities. Bonfires are considered mystical and are a central theme of the celebration. What is the best way to celebrate today? Gather your friends around the bonfire if you're near a Jewish community! The holiday starts at sundown on the 8th and ends at sunset on the 9th.

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No Socks Day: May 8

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