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19aprAll DayFeaturedWear Blue DaySupport Men's Mental Health Awareness
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On the 3rd Friday of every month, people are wearing blue for men’s mental health awareness! We want to stimulate the conversation, “You Ok,
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On the 3rd Friday of every month, people are wearing blue for men’s mental health awareness! We want to stimulate the conversation, “You Ok, Bro?” face-to-face and in social posts.Take selfies and post on your social media platforms with the hashtags #YouOKBro, #WearBlueDay and #MensMentalHealthAwareness.
Support “Wear Blue Day” – buy “Wear Blue” items from the Men’s Health Network Store!
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aprTesticular Cancer Awareness Monthcelebrated in April of each year
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Testicular Cancer Awareness Month is celebrated in April of each year. About Testicular Cancer Testicular cancer is the most common type of cancer in men ages
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Testicular Cancer Awareness Month is celebrated in April of each year.
About Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is the most common type of cancer in men ages 15-35 years, but men of all ages can be at risk.
Testicular cancer is of special concern to young men. It’s less common in middle-aged and older men. Caucasian men are about 5 times more likely to develop testicular cancer than African American men. The rate among Hispanic men lies between those of African Americans and Caucasians.
In the U.S., over 9,400 cases are diagnosed each year, and about 440 males die of testicular cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, the average age of diagnosis is about age 33.
Most testicular cancer awareness organizations recommend that males conduct regular self-exams. Instructions for self-exams can be found here.
You can learn more about testicular cancer at the Men’s Health Resource Center.
You can download free brochures in English and Spanish at the Men’s Health Library.
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Or, you can purchase a Testicular Cancer Awareness promotional kit, with posters, shower hangers, brochures, and more.
Get Involved, Raise Awareness—Use Our Social Media Toolkit
Download the 2022 toolkit here.
- Testicular Cancer Awareness Month hashtags to use: #TesticularCancer #TCa
- April is #TesticularCancer Awareness Month. Make sure to get your screening or exam! #TCA http://ow.ly/Jf4230akO58
- 9,470 men will be diagnosed with #TesticularCancer this year. Know your individual risk. #TCA http://ow.ly/pz9p30alkL3
- Support is out there for men living w/ #testicularcancer. Join our #Inspire discussion group http://ow.ly/opAT30al8KW
- Younger men can have testicular issues too. 33 is the average age of a #TesticularCancer diagnosis. http://ow.ly/FQTD30al96Z
- See some treatment options for #testicularcancer – Find out about your options here http://ow.ly/moHx30al9Le
- White men & men with a family history of #TesticularCancer are at greater risk. Know your individual risk. #TCA http://ow.ly/zIUe30alaw6
- Ladies – testicular health can be a sensitive topic. Encourage your male loved ones to know their risk. #TesticularCancer #TCa http://ow.ly/IE5u30alcrX
- Listen up. It’s Testicular Cancer Awareness Month! Get checked this April – learn about testicular health here – http://ow.ly/ksuz30alliz
- Ladies – April is Testicular Health Month. Women are often the ones who get men to go to the doctor for screenings. When was the last time the men in your life got checked? http://bit.ly/XQy18W
- If you’ve been diagnosed with #testicularcancer or know someone who has make sure you get a second opinion about treatment options. http://ow.ly/RpZHk
- Not only is it Testicular Cancer Awareness Month but it’s also National Minority Health Month. Make sure you know more about Minority Health Month http://ow.ly/GKP830aldc6
- #TesticularCancer is a serious disease that affects nearly 10,000 men each year. But it is also treatable if caught early. Make sure you get in and get checked this April for Testicular Cancer Awareness Month.
- Risk factors for #TesticularCancer include but are not limited to: Age, Race, Family History, Diet, and Exposure to certain chemicals. Make sure you are talking with your doctor and know your risk. http://ow.ly/GbzN30alkjX
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Some of the videos are produced by the Male Cancer Awareness Campaign and Ballboys, a testicular cancer charity.
The Ask Dr. Oz segment is produced by the Oprah Winfrey Show.
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aprNational Minority Health MonthU.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Better Health Through Better Understanding Every April, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) observes National Minority Health Month to
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Better Health Through Better Understanding
Every April, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) observes National Minority Health Month to highlight the importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minority and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities and reducing health disparities.
OMH is proud to announce the theme for National Minority Health Month 2023: Better Health Through Better Understanding.
This year’s theme focuses on improving health outcomes for racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN communities by providing them with culturally and linguistically competent healthcare services, information, and resources. When patients are provided with culturally and linguistically appropriate information, they are empowered to create healthier outcomes for themselves and their communities.
Continue to visit this page through April to learn more about the importance of:
- Increased health literacy for patients
- Providing culturally competent care for diverse populations
- Improving access to health care information for patients with limited English proficiency (LEP)
Check out the OMH Knowledge Center’s 2023 Health Literacy and Limited English Proficiency Reading List, featuring factsheets and toolkits for consumers, reports and recommendations for professionals, and peer-reviewed journal articles. All the resources are available to read and download for free.
Get Involved in National Minority Health Month
Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, and sign up for OMH newsletters for additional updates on this year’s National Minority Health Month.
About National Minority Health Month
The foundation for National Minority Health Month was laid by educator, author, and civil rights leader Booker T. Washington, who, in 1915, established National Negro Health Week (NNHW) to bring awareness to the health disparities affecting African Americans caused by poor working and living conditions. NNHW was recognized until 1951 and formed the basis for many of the health-focused observances we celebrate today.
In 2000, HHS launched Healthy People 2010, the third iteration of the Healthy People framework, with the explicit goal of eliminating health disparities for racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN communities. In 2002, as part of a response to this call for action, the U.S. Congress resolved that “a National Minority Health and Health Disparities Month should be established to promote educational efforts on the health problems currently facing minorities and other health disparity populations.”
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aprNational Cancer Control Month (Presidential Proclamation)American Cancer Society
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Since the Congress passed the landmark National Cancer Act in 1971, our Nation has made tremendous strides in preventing, detecting, and treating cancer. But nearly
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Since the Congress passed the landmark National Cancer Act in 1971, our Nation has made tremendous strides in preventing, detecting, and treating cancer. But nearly all families –including my own and that of the Vice President’s — still know the pain a cancer diagnosis brings. Despite our Nation’s progress over the last 50 years, cancer in its many forms is still the second leading cause of death in the United States, with more than 600,000 deaths and nearly 1.9 million new cancer diagnoses each year. A cancer diagnosis remains a crushing blow to those diagnosed, as well as their loved ones. In the name of all those we have lost and for all those still fighting, I believe we can end cancer as we know it.
During National Cancer Control Month, we renew our commitments to improve cancer prevention, promote early detection, enhance treatment, and support the needs of cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. We recognize that while the fight against cancer is often personal, the desire to make cancer more preventable, detectable, and treatable is one that has the potential to unite us as a Nation, inspiring us to stand together and work together.
In 2016, as Vice President, I led the Cancer Moonshot to accelerate our progress against cancer and take advantage of 21st century science and technology — an effort that has catalyzed change across the cancer community. As President, I have reignited the Cancer Moonshot and set ambitious new goals to reduce the death rate from cancer by 50 percent over the next 25 years and to improve the experience of people and their families living with and surviving cancer. We are creating the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), with the singular purpose of expediting breakthroughs in the prevention, detection, and treatment of cancer and other deadly diseases.
As part of a recommitment to the Cancer Moonshot, the First Lady and I announced a call to action on cancer screening and early detection. Our goal is to drive progress on potentially life-saving screenings that so many Americans have missed as a result of the pandemic and to help ensure that everyone in the United States benefits equitably from the technology we have to detect, diagnose, and treat cancer. We urge every American to get back on track with their recommended screenings, and we implore the public and private sectors to increase access to early detection for individuals and communities. To learn more about which cancer screenings are appropriate for you, talk to your healthcare provider, visit cdc.gov/cancerscreening or cancer.gov/screeningtests, or call 1-800-4-CANCER.
We also encourage Americans to take the proven steps to lower their risk for many forms of cancer. Experts agree that reducing tobacco use, eating healthily, engaging in regular physical activity and exercise, limiting alcohol consumption, and reducing exposure to the sun when it is at its peak can help reduce the risk of a cancer diagnosis. Given that cigarette smoking is responsible for 30 percent of all cancer deaths, helping people quit smoking and limiting exposure to secondhand smoke can save lives. Resources are available at SmokeFree.gov, by calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW, or by texting QUITNOW to 333888.
Access to health coverage is critical to the fight against cancer, and we were proud to expand access to quality, affordable coverage through the American Rescue Plan. Most health insurance plans are required to cover recommended cancer screenings with no out-of-pocket costs. But for millions of Americans, the care they need is not within reach. That is why I am committed to reducing prescription drug costs and health insurance premiums for millions of Americans and closing the Medicaid coverage gap in States that refuse to expand Medicaid. This would allow millions more of our fellow Americans to access cancer screenings and tobacco cessation services.
We also thank the doctors, nurses, researchers, caregivers, and advocates who are dedicated to finding treatments and cures and reducing the pain and burden of cancer. Our Nation’s health care workers continued to provide care and support to cancer patients and their loved ones, even as a global pandemic made their jobs more difficult and demanding, and our Nation is forever grateful.
During Cancer Control Month, we reaffirm our national commitment to meet the scourge of cancer with urgency and with all the tools and talent we can bring to bear. For survivors and caregivers who carry the physical and mental scars of cancer treatment and recovery, for those who we have lost, and for those who we can save — let us end cancer as we know it.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim April 2022 as National Cancer Control Month. I encourage citizens, government agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other interested groups to join in activities that will increase awareness of what Americans can do to prevent, detect, treat, and control cancer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR.
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aprSexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Awareness MonthAmerican Sexual Health Association
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This April, in honor of STI Awareness Month, take some time to learn about
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This April, in honor of STI Awareness Month, take some time to learn about sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Anyone who is sexually active can get an STI, so why not learn more about them and how to minimize your exposure to STIs and take care of your sexual health.
CDC marks its own STI Awareness Week in April with the theme Talk, Test, Treat. It’s a good framework to think about STIs and your sexual health. Let’s start with talk—there’s a lot to talk about!
Talking openly and honestly about sex and sexual health makes for relationships that are more fun and satisfying. STIs are one part of that talk—when you were last tested for STIs, which ones, and what the results were. You can also talk about how often you get tested and whether you’ve had any partners since your last test. Having an open and honest conversation about STIs before you become sexually intimate is ideal.
But there’s so much more to talk about! What safer sex precautions do you want to take? Are you interested in a monogamous relationship or not? What gets you excited? What kind of touch do you like…and what do you not like. On that note, what are your boundaries?
Sounds like a lot, doesn’t it? Where do you even begin? What if you want to talk about a positive STI diagnosis? How do you bring up the topic of pleasure? Evalene Dacker, MD, is a physician and sexual health educator who has created a great model that helps guide the conversation—the STARS Model. STARS is an acronym that stands for : Sexual Health and STI Status, Turn-Ons, Avoids, Relationship Intentions and Expectations, and Safety Needs and Safer Sex Etiquette.
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aprChild Abuse Prevention MonthPrevent Child Abuse America and Child Welfare Information Gateway
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Ever since April was designated as National Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month in 1983, Prevent Child Abuse America (PCA America) and its nationwide network
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Ever since April was designated as National Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month in 1983, Prevent Child Abuse America (PCA America) and its nationwide network of state chapters, along with other child welfare organizations, have recognized it as a time to raise awareness and inspire collective action, so that our country’s children can lead their best lives.
What is Child Abuse Prevention Month?
Many innovative strategies are employed to promote National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Events and activities have included everything from kid’s art contests to coordinated visits to state legislators and days of prayer. Many of our PCA America state chapters have created guides with suggestions to help with social media campaigns, creating community programs, and much more. Check out these Child Abuse Prevention Month toolkits from Kansas, North Carolina, and Virginia.
This year’s national campaign theme is “Every day, we help positive childhood experience take root!” We encourage our chapters, affiliates, and stakeholders to use a garden metaphor to reinforce this message. Here are some talking points to use as examples:
- Children are locally grown. We work together to cultivate relationships, connections, and environments that help every child thrive.
- We harvest what we sow. We plant seeds of support for all children to yield healthier adults with abundant futures.
- Work is rooted in science. We know positive childhood experiences in nurturing environments provide fertile ground for physical and mental health, learning, and social skills to flourish. We unearth the possibilities. We focus on innovation every day to give every child what they need and to build bountiful, safe communities.
- Planning and purpose create common ground. We share resources equitably, expand access to services, and balance conditions for positive childhood experiences to enrich every community.
- We tend and replenish the soil. We offer homegrown solutions and hardy support to protect what we grow in all elements.
- Hope and commitment are powerful fertilizers. We combine the promise of a better tomorrow with our resolve to nourish all children and their families in every season.
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aprNational Youth Sports Safety MonthNational Youth Sports Safety Foundation, Inc
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“Making Youth Sports a Public Health Solution” (SM)
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“Making Youth Sports a Public Health Solution” (SM)
The National Youth Sports Health & Safety Institute (NYSHSI), a partnership between the American College of Sports Medicine® and Sanford Health, is the leading advocate for advancing and disseminating the latest research and evidence-based education, recommendations and policy to enhance the experience, development, health and safety of our youth in sports.
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07aprAll DayWorld Health Day (April 7th)World Health Organization
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As WHO turns 75, let’s prescribe science, solutions and solidarity for our future health Turning history’s page on its deadliest conflict, countries came together in
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As WHO turns 75, let’s prescribe science, solutions and solidarity for our future health
Turning history’s page on its deadliest conflict, countries came together in 1948 to heal a bloodied world. Following years of war, distrust and pain, nations elevated the physical and mental well-being of people to a new level, forging a global pact and purpose to safeguard and advance health for all.
Lofty sentiment transformed into practical reality 75 years ago with the entry into force of the Constitution of the World Health Organization, and WHO’s founding as the specialized United Nations agency dedicated to promoting human health. WHO was given a unique mandate to advance the well-being of all people, and unique ability to convene all governments and partners at the same table.
Fast forward to today, as WHO celebrates its 75th anniversary year from World Health Day on 7 April, this mandate and convening ability remains as vital as ever. At the same time, the world needs a renewal of this commitment to put the health of all people first, from our grandparents to our children born today and in the future.
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mayOlder Americans MonthAdministration on Aging – USDHHS
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History of Older Americans Month When this event was established in 1963, only 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthday. About a third of older Americans lived in poverty
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History of Older Americans Month
When this event was established in 1963, only 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthday. About a third of older Americans lived in poverty and there were few programs to meet their needs. Interest in older Americans and their concerns was growing. A meeting in April 1963 between President John F. Kennedy and members of the National Council of Senior Citizens led to designating May as “Senior Citizens Month,” the prelude to this event
Historically, this event has been a time to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons to our country, in particular those who defended our country. Every President since Kennedy has issued a formal proclamation during or before the month of May asking that the entire nation pay tribute in some way to older persons in their communities. This event is celebrated across the country through ceremonies, events, fairs, and other such activities.
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mayNational Arthritis MonthArthritis Foundation
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“I don’t know many people with arthritis.” “It’s a disease that affects older people.” “Anyone can live with a little joint pain.” “Are you sure what you’re experiencing isn’t just in your
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“I don’t know many people with arthritis.”
“It’s a disease that affects older people.”
“Anyone can live with a little joint pain.”
“Are you sure what you’re experiencing isn’t just in your head?”
From coast to coast, this is what we hear about arthritis every day. Although more Americans are living with arthritis than those with breast cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s and autism combined, most people know very little about this debilitating disease. In fact, only 7% of Americans realize it’s the No. 1 cause of long-term disability in the United States.
To celebrate Arthritis Awareness Month during May, our Let’s Get a Grip on Arthritis campaign is back to debunk myths and reveal truths about the disease. With the help of four Arthritis Warriors and Presenting Partner CVS Health®, we’ll rally everyday Americans and corporate America to bring arthritis out of the shadows to spark lasting change.
The truth is 1 in every 4 people you know is living with arthritis. That means for millions of kids and adults, routine activities like unbuttoning a shirt, opening a jar or getting in and out of the car are a challenge — sometimes physically impossible.
But together, we can change that.
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mayNational Physical Fitness and Sports MonthPresident’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
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#MoveInMay to Celebrate National Physical Fitness and Sports Month Since 1983, each President has proclaimed May as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month to promote the importance of physical activity,
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#MoveInMay to Celebrate National Physical Fitness and Sports Month
Since 1983, each President has proclaimed May as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month to promote the importance of physical activity, physical fitness, and sports participation. Like his predecessors, President Biden issued a Presidential proclamation celebrating this annual event, observing that “Fitness and sports are not only good for our physical health, they also improve the quality of our lives overall.” During National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, we all can shine a spotlight on the importance of being physically active in maintaining our nation’s health and wellness.
There are many ways to be physically active. All kinds of active pastimes can help improve our physical and mental well-being, making physical activity one of the best ways to stay or get healthy.
Some benefits can be achieved immediately – like improved blood pressure and reduced anxiety – while other benefits are the result of making physical activity a regular part of your routine.
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month provides the perfect opportunity to help your community get active. Here are a variety of ways the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) encourages you to spread the word:
- Use the sample social media messages and graphic below and include the hashtag for the month: #MoveInMay.
- Share ODPHP’s physical activity resources.
- Check back here regularly during May where we’ll have new blog posts throughout the month with useful information you can use to promote being active for your family, friends, and community members.
- Follow us on Twitter – @HealthGov – and share with us how you and your family #MoveInMay!
- Sign up for email updates to receive notification when new physical activity information and resources are released.
However you choose to celebrate being active during National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, we hope that first and foremost you have fun! An active you is a happier, healthier you – so go #MoveInMay and beyond!
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mayHepatitis Awareness MonthHepatitis Foundation International
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Hepatitis is a viral liver infection transmitted through contaminated food, water, or blood. It causes inflammation and symptoms like fatigue, jaundice, and abdominal pain. Prevention through good hygiene is
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Hepatitis is a viral liver infection transmitted through contaminated food, water, or blood. It causes inflammation and symptoms like fatigue, jaundice, and abdominal pain. Prevention through good hygiene is important. Treatment varies based on the type of hepatitis. Regular check-ups and risk awareness are crucial for early detection and management.
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mayNational Osteoporosis Prevention MonthNational Osteoporosis Foundation
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Healthy Bones Are Always in Style This May, the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is celebrating Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month with a variety of activities
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Healthy Bones Are Always in Style
This May, the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) is celebrating Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month with a variety of activities and resources to help people of all ages understand the importance of good bone health.
Inspiration for this year’s theme, “Healthy Bones Are Always in Style,” was drawn from legendary designer and fashion icon, Iris Apfel. BHOF welcomed Ms. Apfel to its Ambassadors Leadership Council in 2022 and she has already been instrumental in helping to raise awareness about how important good bone health is for aging well and staying active.
Osteoporosis is a disease that affects approximately 10 million Americans, while another 44 million suffer from low bone density, placing them at a higher risk of bone fractures. Unfortunately, many people do not realize that focusing on bone health during childhood is crucial as it sets the foundation for strong and healthy bones in adulthood. Therefore, it is important to adopt healthy habits early on to help prevent future bone-related health issues.
“In the United States, two million fractures occur every year due to osteoporosis, which often results from neglecting bone health,” said Claire Gill, BHOF CEO. “We are encouraging people to prioritize building and maintaining strong bones as early as possible by engaging in physical activity, adopting a bone-healthy diet, and educating themselves about osteoporosis.”
BHOF offers a variety of resources to help individuals learn more about osteoporosis and how to maintain strong and healthy bones. This includes information on bone-healthy foods, exercise, bone density testing, medications for treatment of osteoporosis, tips for preventing falls, and much more. Earlier this year, BHOF launched a new digital tool, Your Path to Good Bone Health, to provide patients and care partners with the information they need to take control of their bone health, manage their osteoporosis and prevent debilitating fractures.
Throughout the month of May, BHOF is also hosting and sharing a variety of events to promote bone health awareness. These events include educational webinars, interactive presentations, new podcast episodes, and fitness classes.
“Style is not just about what you wear. It’s about how you live your life,” said Lindsey West, BHOF Chief Program Officer. “We are encouraging people of all ages to learn more about bone health this May and make healthy habits a part of their lifestyle to help keep their bones strong for years to come.”
Thank you to Amgen, Inc., UCB, Inc., and BHOF’s individual donors for supporting this May’s Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month campaign. For additional information, visit bonehealthandosteoporosis.org/awareness-month.
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mayNational Mental Health MonthMental Health America
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This Mental Health Month, challenge yourself to examine your world and how it can affect your overall health. Look around, look within – from your neighborhood to genetics, many factors
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This Mental Health Month, challenge yourself to examine your world and how it can affect your overall health. Look around, look within – from your neighborhood to genetics, many factors come into play when it comes to your mental health.
Our 2023 Mental Health Month toolkit includes information about how an individual’s environment impacts their mental health, suggestions for making changes to improve and maintain mental well-being, and how to seek help for mental health challenges.
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mayNational Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention MonthAmerican Academy of Dermatology
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What is Skin Cancer Awareness Month? Occurring every May, Skin Cancer Awareness Month is devoted to raising awareness of the most common cancer in the United States. It’s estimated that every
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What is Skin Cancer Awareness Month?
Occurring every May, Skin Cancer Awareness Month is devoted to raising awareness of the most common cancer in the United States. It’s estimated that every day about 9,500 people in the United States are diagnosed with skin cancer.
This May, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is raising awareness by sharing insights from board-certified dermatologists, personal stories, and key facts.
Knowing these key facts can help you prevent skin cancer and find it early:
- Many skin cancers could be prevented if people would protect their skin from the sun and stop using tanning beds.
- People of all colors and ages get skin cancer.
- When found early, skin cancer is highly treatable.
- Because skin cancer begins on the skin, you can find it early by performing skin self-exams.
- If you find a spot on your skin that’s growing, bleeding, or changing in any way, see the skin cancer expert, a board-certified dermatologist. This appointment could save your life.
Melanoma Monday® is Monday, May 1
On Melanoma Monday, the AAD encourages all Americans to begin a lifelong habit of examining their skin. Checking your skin for signs of skin cancer helps find skin cancer early when it’s highly treatable. Click the image to learn how to detect skin cancer.
What is Melanoma Monday?
This day is dedicated to raising awareness of melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer.
The AAD began Melanoma Monday on Monday, May 1, 19952, and has observed it every year since. Melanoma Monday always occurs on the first Monday in May during Skin Cancer Awareness Month.
In 2023, it’s estimated that 7,990 people will die of melanoma.3
Many of these deaths could be prevented if people knew these facts:
- Caught early, melanoma is highly treatable.
- Melanoma can develop anywhere on the skin, including skin that’s had plenty of sun exposure and skin that’s usually protected from the sun.
- Melanoma can develop under or around your fingernails and toenails.
- You can find melanoma early by examining your skin for the ABCDEs of melanoma and checking your nails.
Dermatologists encourage people of all colors to check their skin
No matter your skin tone, dermatologists encourage you to check your skin for signs of skin cancer.
It’s true that if you have a darker skin tone, you have a lower risk of getting skin cancer. But people who have darker skin tones develop skin cancer. In darker skin tones, skin cancer is more likely to be found in an advanced stage when it’s harder to treat. Advanced melanoma can be deadly.
Getting in the habit of performing skin self-exams can help you find skin cancer early.
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mayStroke Awareness MonthNational Stroke Association and American Heart Association
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Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. Having a stroke puts you at higher risk for a second one. This stroke month let’s come together to defeat stroke by
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Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. Having a stroke puts you at higher risk for a second one. This stroke month let’s come together to defeat stroke by acting F.A.S.T. Your health is in your hands.
Learning F.A.S.T. Can Save Lives
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When you spot a stroke warning sign, act fast. Recognizing the stroke warning signs and calling 911 immediately may make the difference between a strong recovery or long-term disability; survival or death.
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mayNational High Blood Pressure MonthNational Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center
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May is High Blood Pressure Education Month High blood pressure—or hypertension—is a major risk factor for heart disease. Half of Americans have high blood pressure, and many don’t know they have
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May is High Blood Pressure Education Month
High blood pressure—or hypertension—is a major risk factor for heart disease. Half of Americans have high blood pressure, and many don’t know they have it. Have yours checked and talk to a healthcare provider about what your numbers mean for you.
Publications & Fact Sheets
Use these resources to learn more about high blood pressure, track your numbers, self-care, and more.
- Self-Measured Blood Pressure fact sheet (English and Spanish)
- Healthy Blood Pressure for Healthy Hearts: Small Steps to Take Control fact sheet (English and Spanish)
- Healthy Blood Pressure for Healthy Hearts: Tracking Your Numbers fact sheet (English and Spanish)
- My Blood Pressure Wallet Card (English and Spanish)
- Self-care Tips for Heart Health fact sheet
- Questions to Ask About Your Blood Pressure fact sheet (English and Spanish)
- Pregnancy and Your Heart Health fact sheet (English and Spanish)
- High Blood Pressure and Women fact sheet (English and Spanish)
- Find additional resources.
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mayAsthma and Allergy Awareness MonthAllergy and Asthma Network
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May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. This entire month is dedicated to raising public awareness about asthma and allergies, their impact on people
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May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. This entire month is dedicated to raising public awareness about asthma and allergies, their impact on people and their families, and to promote understanding the importance of diagnosis, treatment, and management.
Here are 12 ways you can join Allergy & Asthma Network in celebrating Asthma and Allergy Awareness month!
- Advocate with us on May 3 by sending letters or emails to members of Congress on Key Issues and federal campaigns, such as, the Safe Step Act or the One School One Nurse Act. It takes less than one minute to make your voice heard!
- Celebrate World Asthma Day on May 2 by downloading your own Asthma Action Plan. Bring it with you to your next appointment and work together with your doctor to fill it out so you have a plan for what to do if an asthma attack strikes.
- Breathe in to Breathe Better – try a yoga pose and share it with us! Yoga may benefit your asthma symptoms. Also, learn how sleep, stress, nutrition and other lifestyle tips can help you better manage your asthma symptoms.
- Use our social media toolkit to share information about asthma and allergies on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Use hashtag #AAAM2023 (Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month). Make sure to tag us at @AllergyAsthmaHQ!
- Attend one of our webinars this month to learn more about asthma and allergies.
- Raise awareness about the severity of food allergies by dedicating one day during Food Allergy Awareness Week (May 14-20) to being allergy free from the top 9 allergens! Keep a food diary to keep yourself in check! The top 9 allergens are cow’s milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, and sesame.
- Do you have severe or persistent asthma? If you do, you can get an asthma coach through our Not One More Life Trusted Messengers Asthma Coaching program. Learn more about the free asthma coaching program today!
- Create an asthma and allergy-friendly environment by making adjustments to your home. Work with your employer or your child’s school to identify and fix potential exposures to allergens and irritants.
- Download, purchase, or share our resources such as our popular posters and guides found in our Online Store. Many are also available in Spanish!
- Support us with a 100% tax-free donation so that we can continue to fund our patient programs, including the Not One More Life Trusted Messengers Asthma Coaching program.
- Take Action on the “Protecting Children with Food Allergies Act” during Food Allergy Awareness Week on May 14-20.
- Get involved in research! Become a patient partner in an asthma and/or allergy clinical trial and support advancements in treatment and management for those living with asthma, allergies, and related conditions!
Make sure to keep sharing, advocating and raising awareness for people living with asthma, allergies, and related conditions. We appreciate you celebrating Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month with us throughout May!
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Government Officials Around the Country Issue Lupus Awareness Month Proclamations Each May, the entire lupus community comes together to celebrate Lupus Awareness
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Government Officials Around the Country Issue Lupus Awareness Month Proclamations
Each May, the entire lupus community comes together to celebrate Lupus Awareness Month by wearing purple, telling their lupus story, and encouraging others to join the fight against this devastating disease.
As part of Lupus Awareness Month, we work with advocates around the country to reach out to elected officials to generate proclamations, which are official government documents recognizing special and noteworthy events – in our case, proclaiming May as Lupus Awareness Month in that area. Proclamations can be issued by most governing bodies within a state, typically including city councils, mayoral offices, state legislatures, and more.
We’re thrilled to report that this May, we worked with lupus advocates to generate more Lupus Awareness Month proclamations from elected officials than in any previous year! Lupus Awareness Month proclamations raise awareness of the disease among the elected officials involved with issuing the proclamation as well as the general public in the area (just like lighting up a local building in purple!).
We’re so thankful to the advocates who worked tirelessly to secure these proclamations and are looking forward to securing even more in 2024! See below for a complete list of proclamations secured in 2023.
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Some of our past calendar events are below.
SOUTHERN PLAINS TRIBAL PUBLIC HEALTH BOARD 2020 CONFERENCE
From SPHB: JOIN US for the Tribal Public Health Conference 2020! Our 2020 theme embodies the restorative spirit of courage, healing, and resiliency in our Native people. In our communities, our homes, and individually, we must take ownership over our own stories and write daring new endings!
DATES: Tuesday, April 14, 2020 - 00:00 to Thursday, April 16, 2020 - 00:00
TYPE: Conference
WEAR BLUE FRIDAY
Wear BLUE Day is celebrated every year on the Friday of Men’s Health Week! For 2019, Wear Blue Day is Friday, June 14. Friday of Men’s Health Week has been officially named Wear BLUE Day.
Wear BLUE Day is celebrated by private corporations, government agencies, sports teams, and individuals to show their concern for the health and wellbeing of boys and men. wear_blue_capOrganizations and individuals can host a Wear BLUE day to raise awareness and money for education about men’s need to seek regular checkups, or testicular cancer education, prostate cancer education, or other health issues that affect men. (Cardiovascular disease, skin cancer, lung cancer, diabetes, gout, and more.)
To particiapte, take a photo of yourself, friends, or co-workers wearing blue on June 14 and post to social media using the #ShowUsYourBlue hashtag. Men's Health Network will be busy reposting and interacting with the hashtag throughout the day.
DATES: Friday, June 14, 2019 - 12:00 to 23:00
TYPE: Event
CONGRESSIONAL MEN’S HEALTH CAUCUS TO HOLD BRIEFING ON FIRST RESPONDERS FACING HEALTH HAZARDS: 9-11 AND BEYOND
Men's Health Network, the Oncology Nursing Society, and the International Association of Black Professional Firefighters in collaboration with the Congressional Men's Health Caucus, Congressmen Markwayne Mullin (OK) and Donald Payne, Jr. (NJ) will hold the “First Responders Facing Health Hazards: 9-11 and Beyond” briefing on May 16, 2019 in 2103 Rayburn House Office Building. The briefing will inform members of Congress and their staff about the pressing health and safety issues faced by firefighters and other emergency medical services personnel.
WHEN: Thursday, May 16, 2019
12:00 noon – 1:15 p.m. (Lunch will be included)
WHERE: 2103 Rayburn House Office Building
DATES: Thursday, May 16, 2019 - 12:00
TYPE: Event
AMERICAN ONCOLOGY ASSOCIATION 2019 ANNUAL MEETING
Join urologists around the globe at the 2019 AUA Annual Meeting in Chicago. The Annual Meeting, in its 114th year, is the largest gathering of urologists in the world, providing unparalleled access to groundbreaking research, new guidelines and the latest advances in urologic medicine. With all the AUA has to offer, it's no wonder Annual Meeting attendees repeatedly report that the knowledge they take from the meeting positively impacts their practices.
McCormick Place
2301 S. Martin Luther King Drive
Chicago, IL 60616
Website
DATES: Friday, May 3, 2019 - 08:30 to Monday, May 6, 2019 - 12:00
TYPE: Conference
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF SUICIDOLOGY 52ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE
You are invited to join hundreds of your colleagues in Denver, Colorado to participate in a conference of people interested in suicide prevention, intervention, postvention, and research. This unique event is specifically designed to meet the diverse interests and needs of attendees while creating a powerful opportunity for networking, learning, and moving the field of suicidology forward.
Sheraton Downtown in Denver, CO
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DATES: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 - 08:30 to Saturday, April 27, 2019 - 12:00
TYPE: Conference
NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON HISPANIC HEALTH
National Conference On Hispanic Health, organized by the National Hispanic Medical Association will near, Washington, D.C. The conference will focus on inter-professional training of physicians, nurses, and health teams and cover areas like diabetes, cancer, obesity, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease, HIV/AIDS, pain management, Zika virus, as well as health professions education, diversity and cultural competence and faculty development, research about Hispanic health and health reform - ACA and medical practice reform.
Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport
2799 Richmond Hwy
Arlington, VA 22202
DATES: Thursday, April 11, 2019 - 08:30 to Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 12:00
TYPE: Conference
WEBINAR: PERCEPTIONS OF HPV PREVENTION IN MEN AND BOYS
Human papillomavirus infection is estimated to be the most common sexually transmitted infection. Educational outreach about HPV is often focused on women because having the virus increases their cervical cancer risk. Yet over half of sexually active men in the U.S. will have HPV at some time in their life, increasing their risk of developing certain cancers. This webinar will discuss perceptions and knowledge about HPV prevention in boys and men.
Objectives:
- Educate public health practitioners and other identified audiences about HPV infection in men and boys and the increased risk of developing certain cancers
- Discuss perceptions and knowledge about HPV in men and boys
- Address the need for educational outreach for men and boys to lessen HPV transmission
Outcome:
- Expanded knowledge of the challenges related to HPV transmission and prevention in men and boys
- Increased numbers of informed stakeholders and champions to promote sexual health and mitigate cancer risks in men and boys
Presenters:
- Jean Bonhomme, MD, MPH, Founder, National Black Men's Health Network
- Hannah Balcezak, student researcher, Texas A&M University
- Shane Fernando, PhD, MS, FRSPH, Assistant Professor, UNTHSC Department of Pediatrics
DATES: Thursday, March 28, 2019 - 10:00 to 11:00
TYPE: Event
RESTORING FAMILY UNIT SEMINAR
Sept. 9 – 11, 2019 Billings, Montana
A seminar designed to encourage and promote responsible fatherhood and motherhood. Individuals gain a deeper appreciation for the past and an understanding of their true identity, self-worth, and infinite ability to positively influence their children’s lives by creating safe and happy homes.
TNF, CPS workers, court case workers, social services providers, tribal leaders, district and tribal court judges, fathers, mothers, grandparents, and personnel are all encouraged to attend.
Topics include:
- Fathers and mothers as leaders
- Positive ways to build relationships
- Addressing family violence and abuse
Keynote speaker: Albert M. Pooley
Website
DATES: Monday, September 9, 2019 - 09:00 to Wednesday, September 11, 2019 - 18:00
TYPE: Seminar
2019 ANNUAL UROLOGY ADVOCACY SUMMIT
The American Urological Association will host its second Annual Urology Advocacy Summit on March 4-6, 2019, on Capitol Hill in the heart of Washington, D.C. This AUA-led event will continue to expand, strengthen and unify the voice of urology on policy matters impacting our practices and patients by bringing together a broad array of stakeholders, including patient advocates and researchers.
Washington, D.C.
Website
DATES: Monday, March 4, 2019 - 23:00 to Wednesday, March 6, 2019 - 18:00
TYPE: Conference
PROSTATE CANCER TODAY CONFERENCE
This conference (our 3rd since 2017) will address these questions and many more. Every cancer, every patient, and every caregiver are different. Bring your individual questions and let us help you find practical, meaningful answers.
Cohen Center (FL Gulf Coast University)
Parking Lot Five FGCU Lake Pkwy W
Fort Myers, FL 33965
DATES: Saturday, March 2, 2019 - 08:30 to 18:00
TYPE: Conference
CONGRESSIONAL MEN’S HEALTH CAUCUS TO HOLD BRIEFING ON VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY: MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE ISSUES
Men's Health Network in collaboration with the Congressional Men's Health Caucus, Congressmen Markwayne Mullin (OK) and Donald Payne, Jr. (NJ) will hold the “Veterans and Active Military: Mental Health and Suicide Issues” briefing on January 15 in 2045 Rayburn House Office Building. The briefing will inform members of Congress and their staff about the pressing mental health problems affecting veterans and active military while highlighting the work that key agencies are engaged in.
RSVP is encouraged, but not required.
Please contact Damien Christian at briefing@menshealthnetwork.org or 202-543-6461 x 101 for more information or to RSVP.
WHAT: Veterans and Active Military: Mental Health and Suicide Issues
WHO: Representative Markwayne Mullin; Oklahoma (Confirmed)
Representative Donald Payne, Jr.; New Jersey (Confirmed)
Department of Defense (DoD)
Defense Suicide Prevention Program (DSPO)
Adam K Walsh, PhD, LCSW
DSPO Director of Research and Program Evaluation
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Keita Franklin, LCSW, PhD
National Director, Suicide Prevention
Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Richard T. McKeon, PhD, MPH
Chief, Suicide Prevention Branch
Veterans Health Council
Maureen Elias, MA
Assistant Director
WHEN: Tuesday, January 15, 2019 12:00 noon – 1:15 p.m. (Lunch will be included)
WHERE: 2045 Rayburn House Office Building
DATES: Tuesday, January 15, 2019 - 12:00
TYPE: Event
AMERICAN PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION'S ANNUAL MEETING AND EXPO
APHA's Annual Meeting and Expo is the largest annual gathering of public health professionals. More than 12,000 people attend, and thousands of new abstracts are presented each year, making APHA 2018 the most influential meeting in public health. Prepare for the meeting by learning specific information for presenters and attendees.
APHA's 2018 Annual Meeting and Expo, Nov. 10-14
Theme: "Creating the Healthiest Nation: Health Equity Now"
Location: San Diego Convention Center, 111 W Harbor Dr. San Diego, CA 92101
DATES: Saturday, November 10, 2018 - 00:00 to Wednesday, November 14, 2018 - 12:00
TYPE: Conference
THE AFFIRMING FATHERHOOD CONFERENCE
Keynote speakers for the Conference include:
- Dr. Michael Thompson, author, psychologist, school consultant, specializing in children and parenting; author or co-author of nine books, including the New York Times bestseller, Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys
- Kenneth Braswell is the Executive Director of Fathers Incorporated (FI), a not-for-profit organization that serves as a leader in the promotion of Responsible Fatherhood. He is also the author of the children’s book “Daddy There’s a Noise Outside”, a book that teaches parents how to speak to their children about protesting injustices in their community. He has also penned "Daddy’s Feeling Blue”, “Daddy’s Family Tree”, “When the Tear Won’t Fall" and “Gentle Warriors”. In addition to writing books, Mr. Braswell is also the creator of two powerful documentaries “Spit’in Anger” and “Dark Hearts”
- And Rick Peckham the Tampa Bay Lightning play by play announcer
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Deborah Austin, (813) 712-6302, daustin@reachupincorporated.org
Michael Morgan, (813) 712-6322, mmorgan@reachupincorporated.org
Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore
700 N Westshore Blvd
Tampa, FL 33609
DATES: Friday, September 21, 2018 - 09:00 to 15:00
TYPE: Conference
HEART-HEALTH & AFIB SCREENING DURING NYCFC VS SOUNDERS FC SOCCER GAME
Join Men's Health Network and its partners CardioSmart and the Heart Rhythm Society for a free health screening including an atrial fibrillation screening. The event happens before the NYCFC vs Sounders FC Soccer Game in Seattle, Washington.
Sunday, July 29 12:30 - 2: 00 PM
Centurylink Field
800 Occidental Ave S
Seattle, WA 98134
Event supported by Bristol-Myers Squibb and Pfizer.
DATES: Sunday, July 29, 2018 - 12:30 to 14:30
TYPE: Event
MEN'S MENTAL HEALTH TWITTER CHAT
Join Advocates for Men’s Health, American Public Health Association, Men’s Health Caucus of the APHA, Men’s Health Network, the Office of Minority Health, and Health Equity Analytics Lab for the 2018 Men's Health Month Chat. Use the #MensHealthMonth and #MensMentalHealth hashtags during the chat start from 1-2 p.m. EST on Tuesday, June 19.
DATES: Tuesday, June 19, 2018 - 14:00
TYPE: Event
MEN’S HEALTH WEEK KICKS OFF TODAY
National Men’s Health Week (NMHW) is charging into its 24th year today as Men’s Health Month continues all June. NMHW is celebrated each year as the week that ends on Father’s Day, June 11-17 this year. The week is celebrated around the globe as International Men’s Health Week.
A key part of the continued momentum is the annual event and social media campaign, including:
- International Men’s Health Week Chat with Men’s Health Network is scheduled for June 14
- Congress joins the celebration with a Congressional Workout, planned for June 14.
- #ShowUsYourBlue campaign: People all over the world take pictures of themselves and others wearing blue to increase awareness for men’s health.
- The #ShowUsYourBlue social media storm is on Wear Blue Friday, June 15, the Friday of Men's Health Week
DATES: Tuesday, June 12, 2018 - 22:45 to Sunday, June 17, 2018 - 23:00
TYPE: Event
CONGRESSIOMAL BRIEFING: OPIOIDS AND MEN IN THE WORK PLACE
What: Men's Health Network in Collaboration with the Congressional Men's Health Caucus will hold the "Opioids and Men in the Work Place How Are Drugs Affecting Men and Employment? What is different about opioids?" briefing
When: Wednesday, May 23, 2018 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm 2253 Rayburn HOB
Who:
- Jean Bonhomme, MD, MPH Morehouse School of Medicine, Assistant Professor Certified by American Board of Addiction Medicine and American Board of Preventive Medicine. National Black Men's Health Network, Founder.
- Todd Washam, Air Conditioning Contractors of America, Director of Industry Relations
- Duanne Pearson Premier Inc, Director of Federal Affairs
- Andrew Sperling National Alliance on Mental Illness, Director, Legislative and Policy Advocacy
- Damien Christian Men’s Health Network, Strategic Alliances
DATES: Wednesday, May 23, 2018 - 12:15
TYPE: Event
MEN’S HEALTH MONTH IS COMING IN JUNE
June is Men’s Health Month, an annual awareness period solely dedicated to education and activities on the health and wellness of men and boys. Men’s Health Week, a special awareness period recognized by Congress, is also celebrated. Men’s Health Week concludes on Father’s Day, June 11-17 this year. The week is celebrated as International Men’s Health Week around the globe.
To honor the occasion, Men’s Health Network will be offering media interviews with its team of medical advisors and health experts in the fields of mental health, sexual health, and general health and wellness.
For media inquiries or to schedule an interview with a medical expert contact Joshua Garner at communications@menshealthnetwork.org
MORE ON MEN’S HEALTH MONTH
The purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This month gives health care providers, public policy makers, the media, and individuals an opportunity to encourage men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury.
Men's Health Network (MHN) is an international non-profit organization whose mission is to reach men, boys, and their families where they live, work, play, and pray with health awareness messages and tools, screening programs, educational materials, advocacy opportunities, and patient navigation. Learn more about MHN and follow them on Twitter @MensHlthNetwork or Facebook.
Established in 2007, the Congressional Men’s Health Caucus strives to set a healthier standard of living for all men and boys. The Caucus promotes awareness of health issues specific to males, advocates for health prevention such as cancer screenings, and promotes legislation that will improve the health of men.
DATES: Friday, June 1, 2018 - 01:00 to Saturday, June 30, 2018 - 23:00
TYPE: Event
CONGRESSIONAL MEN’S HEALTH CAUCUS TO HOLD BRIEFING ON LATEST USPSTF PROSTATE CANCER SCREENING GUIDELINES
Men's Health Network in collaboration with the Congressional Men's Health Caucus and the Prostate Cancer Task Force will hold the “USPSTF Explains the Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines New Guidelines are Final - What do they Mean?” briefing on Thursday, May 17 at 2253 Rayburn House Office Building from 12:00 noon to 1:15 p.m.
The briefing comes just a week after the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) issued new guidelines urging men to talk to their healthcare providers about when, or if, they need to be screened for prostate cancer using the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening test.
The Task Force is a government supported panel composed of national medical experts whose recommendations influence healthcare providers and both public and private insurance coverage decisions.
RSVP is encouraged, but not required. Please contact Damien Christian at Briefing@menshealthnetwork.org or 202-543-6461 x 101 for more information or to RSVP.
WHAT: USPSTF Explains the Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines New Guidelines are Final - What do they Mean?
WHO:
- Representative Donald Payne, Jr. (Invited) Tenth District, Tennessee
- Representative Markwayne Mullin (Invited) Second District, Oklahoma
- Damien Christian Men’s Health Network, Strategic Alliances
- Alex H. Krist, MD, MPH U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, Vice-Chairperson
- Raegan Durant, MD, MPH University of Alabama, Birmingham, School of Medicine Division of Preventive Medicine, Associate Professor
- Nilay M. Gandhi, MD Potomac Urology
- Darrel Sabbs Phoebe Putney Hospital System, Georgia, Community Benefits Coordinator
- Thomas Berger, PhD Veterans Health Council, Executive Director
WHEN: Thursday, May 17, 2018 12:00 noon – 1:15 p.m. (Lunch will be included)
WHERE: 2253 Rayburn House Office Building
DATES: Thursday, May 17, 2018 - 12:00
TYPE: Event
NATIONAL WOMEN’S HEALTH WEEK
National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) is a weeklong health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health (OWH). Kicking off each year on Mother’s Day, it empowers women 18+ to make their health a priority and encourages them to take the following steps to improve their physical and mental health and lower their risks of certain diseases:
- Visit a doctor or nurse for a checkup (well-woman visit) and preventive screenings
- Get active
- Eat healthy
- Pay attention to mental health, including getting enough sleep and managing stress.
- Avoid unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking, texting while driving, and not wearing a seatbelt or bicycle helmet
DATES: Sunday, May 13, 2018 - 03:00 to Saturday, May 19, 2018 - 12:00
TYPE: Event
JOIN THE #BALLCHAT TESTICULAR CANCER AWARENESS TWITTER
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month is going out with a bang this April. Be sure to log onto Twitter Thursday, April 26 to join the Testicular Cancer Awareness Month Twitter Chat hosted by Men’s Health Network.
DATES: Thursday, April 26, 2018 - 14:00
TYPE: Event
FIT FATHERS DAY CELEBRATION
WHO: The Fit Fathers Foundation is a 501(c) 3 charitable organization, educates and activates through engaging information on positive health, fitness tips and guidelines, nourishment strategies and overall wellness. Fit Fathers enlightens fathers with platforms for eating whole, nutritional foods and incorporating stimulating activity in their daily regimen, while encouraging them to lead their families to healthier lifestyle habits. Dads who exercise consistently, eat well and energize their physique can live longer and live stronger!
WHAT: 5th Annual Fit Fathers Day Celebration, a D.C. Metro area event that provides dads with the tools needed to engage their family in fitness, positive wellness and healthy living, while honoring the true meaning of fatherhood.
Visit www.FitFathers.com for full details on our health and fitness initiative for fathers and their families. Past partners have included The Washington Auto Show, Whole Foods, Yokohama, Mothers Car Care, Nike, Under Armour, Radio One, Children's National Hospital, Shoe City, City Sports, Nissan, VW, LA Fitness, Men's Health Network, The Marines, Wegmans, and many more. HOST: This year's ambassador will be the Baltimore Ravens Kyle Arrington who is a proud Fit Father of two.
Veterans Plaza Downtown, Silver Spring, MD
DATES: Sunday, June 17, 2018 - 00:45
TYPE: Event
FOURTH ANNUAL SUMMIT ON FATHERHOOD AND THE HEALTH AND WELLNESS OF BOYS AND MEN
The National Healthy Start Association (NHSA) in partnership with Men’s Health Network (MHN) is pleased to announce the 2018 Annual Summit: Fatherhood and Health and Wellness of Boys and Men. This event is a unique opportunity for researchers, policymakers and community-based practitioners to convene in a two-day Summit to expand, share and grow the fields of working with fathers and men’s health.
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
400 New Jersey Avenue, NW Washington,
DC 20001, US
DATES: Saturday, March 24, 2018 - 09:00
TYPE: Conference
LINKS BETWEEN OPIOIDS AND DEPRESSION, ANXIETY IN MEN AND BOYS
Men's Health Network in collaboration with the Congressional Men's Health Caucus, Congressmen Markwayne Mullin (OK) and Donald Payne, Jr. (NJ) will hold the “Men’s and Boys’ Mental Health Issues: Gateways to Opioid and Drug Abuse?” briefing on Tuesday, January 30 at 2103 Rayburn House Office Building from 12:00 noon to 1:15 p.m.
Anxiety, fear, delinquency, under-diagnosed depression, PTSD, suicide: All conditions that are associated with boys and men across the lifespan.
What are the causes and solutions, and do these lead to drug and opioid abuse? These issues will be explored by key researchers and practitioners in this timely briefing.
An overview of the latest research in mental health issues in men and boys will be featured, as well as the latest policy recommendations to improve equity in access to services.
RSVP is encouraged, but not required. Please contact Colin Stephenson at Briefing@menshealthnetwork.org or 202-543-6461 x 101 for more information or to RSVP.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 30, 2018 12:00 noon – 1:15 p.m. (Lunch will be included) W
HERE: 2103 Rayburn House Office Building
DATES: Tuesday, January 30, 2018 - 12:00
TYPE: Event
YOUNG SURVIVOR COALITION NATIONAL SUMMIT
Young Survival Coalition (YSC) is the premier organization dedicated to the critical issues unique to young women who are diagnosed with breast cancer. YSC offers resources, connections and outreach so women feel supported, empowered and hopeful.
The National Summit is a conference for young women diagnosed with breast cancer before their 41st birthday, their co-survivors and healthcare providers.
Attendees can expect to connect with 600 young survivors, along with their co-survivors.
February 23 – February 25 Feb 23 at 12 PM to Feb 25 at 2:30 PM Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld 6677 Sea Harbor Dr, Orlando, Florida 32821
DATES: Friday, February 23, 2018 - 00:45 to Sunday, February 25, 2018 - 13:30
TYPE: Conference
15TH ANNUAL "FATHERHOOD IS LEADERSHIP" NATIONAL CONFERENCE
The Native American Fatherhood & Families Association will hold the annual "Fatherhood Is Leadership" National Conference. Nov. 6 - 8, 2018 We-Ko-Pa Resort and Conference Center Fort McDowell, AZ.
For more information, click here.
DATES: Tuesday, October 30, 2018 - 00:00 to Thursday, November 1, 2018 - 00:00
TYPE: Conference
CALL FOR PROPOSALS - APHAS 2018 ANNUAL MEETING & EXPO: MEN'S HEALTH CAUCUS
Deadline: Feb. 19, 2018
The Men's Health Caucus of the American Public Health Association invites abstracts from Public Health professionals, students and other individuals in related fields to present results of scientific research, program evaluation, policy analysis, and lessons learned from research or practice during the Public Health Association's 2018 Annual Meeting and Exposition to be held November 10 - November 14 in San Diego, CA.
The Men's Health Caucus strongly encourages the abstract submission of topics related to the overall the APHA theme "Creating the Healthiest Nation: Health Equity Now" as well as focusing on Men's Health. Individuals with local, national and international research experience are encouraged to submit, as well as, new investigators and students.
DATES: Monday, February 19, 2018 - 03:00
TYPE: Event
AMERICAN UROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION 2018 CONFERENCE
Don’t miss the American Urological Association’s 2018 Annual Meeting! Last year's meeting welcomed more than 16,000 attendees from more than 100 countries around the world, underscoring the meeting's value to the global urologic community.
This year's meeting will feature more innovative programming and educational offerings than ever before, giving you unparalleled access to groundbreaking research, the latest clinical guidelines and the most advanced technologies in urology!
The Moscone Center
800 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
DATES: Friday, May 18, 2018 - 08:30 to Monday, May 21, 2018 - 18:30
TYPE: Conference
#SALUDTUESDAYS TWITTER CHAT
Join the #SaludTues Tweet Chat on "Making 2018 Healthier For Latinos" Tuesday, January 16 at 1 p.m. EST Follow #SaludTues to participate in the chat!
For more on #SaludTues, click here.
DATES: Tuesday, January 16, 2018 - 13:00
TYPE: Event
FREE HEALTH SCREENING
Join Heart Rhythm Society, CardioSmart, and Men's Health Network Sunday, Dec. 17 at the Jacksonville Jaguars VS Houston Texans for a free health screening, including screenings for blood pressure EKG testing, and chat with medical professionals. Those who attend will have a chance to win signed Jaguars memorabilia.
Sunday, Dec. 17 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Everbank Field Fan Entertainment Zone (outside the stadium)
One EverBank Field Drive Jacksonville, FL
DATES: Sunday, December 17, 2017 - 10:00
TYPE: Event
AMERICAN INDIAN AND ALASKA NATIVE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH WEBINAR SERIES: TACKLING THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC IN THE CHICKASAW NATION
Join us for a special webinar hosted by the American Indian and Alaska Native NPA Caucus. Define Your Direction is a comprehensive prescription opioid abuse prevention movement created by the Chickasaw Nation using Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and Southern Plains Tribal Health Board funding.
DATE: Thursday, January 25, 2018
TIME: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
MODERATOR: Tom Anderson (Cherokee), Director, Office for Advancement of American Indians in Medicine and Science, Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences, and Member, American Indian and Alaska Native NPA Caucus
SPEAKER: Miranda Willis, Strategic Prevention Data Analyst/Tribal Liaison, Chickasaw Nation
Click here for abstract and speaker biography.
DATES: Wednesday, January 25, 2017 - 03:00
TYPE: Event
OFFICE OF MINORITY HEALTH PRESENTS: MEN’S HEALTH COMMUNITY DIALOGUE- LOS ANGELES
Monday, December 04, 2017 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Pacific Time) Founder's Club at Galen Center, USC 3400 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90089
Come join the Office of Minority Health (OMH) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in a town hall-style discussion to examine the historical, social, economic, physical and biological factors that contribute to increased rates of premature death among racial and ethnic minority men.
This event will allow men an opportunity to sound off on the social determinants of health they face. The goal for each session is to begin conversations on key areas of health focus for racial and ethnic minority men, due to their disproportionately worse health outcomes compared to other men. The topic areas for discussion include: Access to Services, Mental Health, and Prevention.
DATES: Monday, December 4, 2017 - 04:30
TYPE: Event