November National Health Observances

November has whizzed by pretty fast, but it is never too late to share with you all the diseases awarenesses and health observances for the month. Chances are you know somone or have a family member that may need to know about these resources. It is our intent to not only promote safety issues to our readers, but health facts, as well. Please read and find out more about where you can go to search for particular health problems that are observed this month in the United States.

American Diabetes Month – American Diabetes Association – 1-800-342-2383

COPD Awareness Month – American Lung Association – Diabetic Eye Disease Month – Prevent Blindness America – 800-548-8252

Lung Cancer Awareness Month – Lung Cancer Alliance – 202-463-2080

National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month – Alzheimer’s Association – 800-272-3900

National Family Caregivers Month – National Family Caregivers Association – 800-896-3650

National Healthy Skin Month – American Academy of Dermatology – 888-462-3376

National Hospice Palliative Care Month – National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization – 800-646-6460

National Stomach Cancer Awareness Month – No Stomach for Cancer, Inc. – 608-335-0241

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