Author: WilliamsIntegracare

With Valentine’s Day taking place in February, it makes it even more fitting that it’s heart month! But there are a few more health months observed in February including Low Vision Awareness Month, Cancer Prevention Month, and Children’s Dental Month.

Kick off the new year with some great national health observances. Your thyroid can impact numerous aspects of your health, and this month serves as a time to familiarize yourself with what your thyroid does and what symptoms you should watch out for. 

December highlights two great awareness weeks with helpful reminders to keep you healthy this winter. Though simple, proper handwashing and getting your annual flu shot are two things that can go a long way in reducing your risk of getting ill this holiday season.

November is the busiest month for national health observances all Fall. These health months highlight reminders to schedule your annual visit – because many critical health issues can be caught through screenings. They also serve as information, so you can know the signs and symptoms of health concerns that you can spot in family members. 

October highlights one of the nation’s most well-popularized health observances – Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The pink-themed campaign reminds women to schedule their annual screenings. The earlier breast cancer is caught, the more successful treatment options can be.

September highlights a few important health observances. Pain Awareness Month highlights the general aches and pains that affect the daily lives of millions. Helping patients solve these aches and pains by getting to the root of the problem is a key focus of the team at Integracare. 

As kids prepare to head back to school, August is a child-focused month for national health observances. This month highlights immunizations and child eye health, which are two great reminders to visit the clinic and eye doctor before school kicks off.

The summer rays are heating up in July! That’s why UV Safety Month is a great reminder of the importance of protecting yourself from UV rays year-round.

June highlights a wide range of health observances. Men’s health is big this month, reminding men to schedule their annual visits and make positive changes for their overall health. Statistically, men are less likely to attend annual visits than women.