Each month we feature select National Health Observances (NHOs) that highlight important health issues that affect people across the United States. In November, we’re raising awareness about diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and antibiotic resistance.
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Improving our understanding of when and how to use antibiotics promotes health, fights the challenge of antimicrobial resistance, and helps ensure that antibiotics will be able to help generations to come. During U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, ADHS and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are among organizations sharing the message that antibiotics can […]
November Health Month Observances November 1 – 30: American Diabetes Month American Diabetes Association1701 North Beauregard StreetAlexandria, VA 22311(800) DIABETES (342-2383)(703) 549-1500(703) 549-6995 Faxaskada@diabetes.orgwww.diabetes.org/in-my-community/american-diabetes-month.htmlMaterials availableContact:…
Check out all the national health holidays this month! September 1 – 30Childhood Cancer Awareness MonthAmerican Childhood Cancer Organization National OfficeP.O. Box 498Kensington, MD 20895-0498(855)…
May Health Month Observances May 1 – 31Arthritis Awareness MonthArthritis Foundation1355 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 600Atlanta, GA 30309(800) 283-7800(404) 965-7595 Faxcvillines@arthritis.orgwww.arthritis.orgExternal Link: You are leaving…
In 2021, nearly 1 in 5 adults in the US with diabetes either skipped, delayed, or used less insulin than was needed to save money, according to a recent study in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Not taking the proper amount of insulin is dangerous, and can lead to diabetic ketoacidosis, which can be fatal. …
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