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The health and healthcare category is the largest non-nation topic in the calendar. It includes events related to health industries, occupations, wellness, pharmacy, diseases, health insurance, research, and topics that affect, promote, assist, and impact the health of living creatures, organisms, and humans.
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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 t...
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Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Awareness Day is observed each year on the second Saturday of May to shed light on this often misdiagnosed, little-known genetic syndrome. First observed in 1989, CdLS is an op...
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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 bu...
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Cyclofemme is an annual global event that celebrates women and cycling. It was founded in 2012 by Sarai Snyder, a cyclist with the website Girl Bike Love. She aims to empower women and encourage women to...
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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 t...
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Cystinosis Awareness Day began in 2018. This annual event seeks to raise awareness about the disease and raise funds to find a cure. From the Cystinosis Research Network: “Cystinosis is a rare genetic,...
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Deaf Awareness Week (DAW) is a unique UK awareness campaign with multiple sponsors. It aims to turn up the volume on deafness and the various tools available to those living with it. The week highlights t...
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National Dementia Awareness Week in the UK runs annually toward the end of May. Different regions may choose to celebrate on different weeks throughout the month. The week seeks to raise awareness about...
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In 1988 President Reagan proclaimed Digestive Diseases Awareness Month. Digestive diseases rank second among all the causes of disability due to illness in the United States and account for one-tenth of...
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No Dirty Dishes Day probably arose out of frustration in some office cafeteria. Have you ever noticed that people tend to put dishes in the sink until they pile up when you don't live there? In the office...
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The Friday of Memorial weekend is also known as Don't Fry in the Sun Day. The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention promotes the day to educate the public about the dangers of sun overexposure and...
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National Doughnut Week is held annually in the United Kingdom as a fundraiser for The Children's Trust, a charity for children with brain injury and neuro disability. Bakers and confectioners throughout t...
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Tap water (sweet water) provides safe drinking water, sanitation and supports industrial, agricultural, medical, and recreational activities. Life expectancy rates are directly attributed to improved wat...
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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 w...
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Two-thirds of adults and 3/4 of children need more fruits and vegetables. To change that, Dole has set aside Eat More Fruits & Veggies Day each year to raise awareness and educate the public on the import...
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Eat What You Want Day is a Wellcat Holiday. The meaning is exactly what it says: Eat whatever you want today. Banana Split for Breakfast? Go for it! Pancakes for dinner? Knock yourself out. A ten-course m...
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National Emergency Medical Services Recognition Day brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving serv...
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National Emergency Medical Services Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services on med...
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Preparing for an emergency is something that everyone has a responsibility to do. This year, Canadians are encouraged to learn about the specific risks and hazards in their regions and the actions they ca...
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Employee Health & Fitness Day is part of Employee Health & Fitness Month (EHFM), a national observance promoting health and fitness in the workplace. Two non-profit organizations created it, the National...