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March is MS Awareness Month: MSAA’s Commitment to Making a Difference in the Lives of People with Multiple Sclerosis

February 20, 2024

March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month and America’s Charities is celebrating the work of the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA), who we’re proud to…

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Womens History Month

March Women’s History Month: Celebrating Women’s Achievements and Continuing to Fight for Women’s Rights

February 20, 2024

On March 8, #InternationalWomensDay, and throughout the month of March, Americans will celebrate the many achievements of women throughout history in art, athletics, business, government,…

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American Heart Month

January 24, 2024

February marks the observance of American Heart Month, a dedicated time to raise awareness about cardiovascular health and encourage actions to prevent heart disease. In…

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World Cancer Day

January 24, 2024

February 4th marks World Cancer Day, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cancer and promoting efforts to prevent, detect, and treat this devastating disease.…

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February is Cancer Prevention Month

January 23, 2024

A substantial proportion of cancers could be prevented, including all cancers caused by tobacco use and other unhealthy behaviors. Excluding non-melanoma skin cancer, at least…

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February is Marfan Awareness Month!

January 23, 2024

Marfan syndrome affects an estimated 1 in 5,000 people regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender, and experts estimate that nearly half the people who have Marfan…

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World AIDS Day

November 9, 2023

Since 1988, December 1st has been recognized annually as World AIDS Day to unite in the fight against HIV, show support for people living with…

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International Stress Awareness Day

October 30, 2023

As the days grow shorter and autumn settles in, there’s a day on the calendar that invites us to pause and reflect on a universal…

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National Hospice and Palliative Care Month

October 26, 2023

Each November, hospice and palliative care programs reach out to raise awareness about the importance of high-quality hospice and palliative care. Hospice and palliative care programs…

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World Diabetes Day is November 14th

October 26, 2023

If “diabetes” were a country, it would be the third largest in the world, behind China and India. More than 370 million people are now…

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National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

September 18, 2023

October is a significant awareness month—one dedicated to mental health, well-being, and the importance of early intervention. National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month is…

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World Mental Health Day, October 10

September 18, 2023

As the autumn leaves start to paint the world in warm hues and the air turns crisper, October brings with it a day of utmost…

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