Why Awareness Days Matter
Special awareness days and months are more than just dates on a calendar. They bring public attention to conditions that affect millions, raise funds for research, and give a voice to patients and families navigating these challenges. When people understand the importance of an issue, they're more likely to get involved, whether by making healthier choices, advocating for policy changes, or supporting affected individuals and communities. By establishing these days through legislative action, we create consistent opportunities for education, fundraising, and community support.
These awareness months help generate public support, improve knowledge, reduce stigma, and often lead to more research funding for prevention and treatment.
January Events
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Thyroid Awareness Month
Glaucoma Awareness Month
February Events
National Cancer Prevention Month
Senior Independence Month
March Events
Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Kidney Health Awareness Month
April Events
Cancer Control Month
Autism Awareness Month
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Month
May Events
National Arthritis Awareness Month
Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Lupus Awareness Month
June Events
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
Men’s Health Month
National PTSD Awareness Month
July Events
Cord Blood Awareness Month
Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month
August Events
National Immunization Awareness Month
Psoriasis Awareness Month
September Events
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
October Events
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Liver Awareness Month
November Events
National Diabetes Month
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
December Events
HIV/AIDS Awareness Month
Our Goal
United Health PAC works to elect officials who share our vision for a healthier future, achieved through public awareness and proactive education. With your support, we can ensure that health awareness becomes a regular part of public life, empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and promoting preventive care. Together, let's make health awareness days a priority, and build a healthier tomorrow, one step at a time.