The FDHA continues to raise awareness for women to protect themselves from cervical cancer and Human Papillomavirus (HPV). The National Cancer Institute states that in 2020, there were an estimated
Summary Points The importance of knowing your HIV/AIDS status. With the entire world frenzied by the current COVID-19 crisis, many people don’t realize that there is another epidemic we need
December 1st is World AIDS Day. The FDHA joins in on the call for an increased response to move towards Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America. The Center
Summary Point Ways to take the baby step approach through your food choices, physical activity, stress, taking medications, properly utilizing your health care providers, and focusing on the future.
November is National Family Caregivers Month! The FDHA would like to recognize all family caregivers around the county for their dedication to providing around the clock care. The CDC states
This November the FDHA brings awareness to National Diabetes Month. According to the American Diabetes Association, 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. Type 1 diabetes is when
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, in the US breast cancer occurs in about 1 in 8 women during their lifetime. In 2019,
Throughout the month of October, the FDHA raises awareness about Domestic Violence. According to the CDC, every minute there are 24 people in the US who become victims of physical
Summary Points About early literacy Defining health literacy Importance of healthy literacy Ways to improve early literacy with your children Approximately 80 million Americans have limited health literacy.1 Health
September is Suicide Prevention Month. The National Institute on Mental Health reports that in 2017, suicide resulted in 45,000 deaths. Also, in 2017, suicide was the 2nd leading cause of
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