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October is the month to get your medical and health information in order. Do you know where your medical records are? Have you had all your immunizations? Staying active and informed about your health care and records ensures you receive the preventative care you need now and if you ever move or change jobs. Use Organize Your Medical Information Month to get your papers in order.

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Orthodontic Health Month, Ntl.: October

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October is National Orthodontic Health Month. Promoted by the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), this month seeks to educate on the services provided by orthodontists and the treatments available.

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Oct

PATS Pet Show, Ntl. (UK): October 1-2

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The National Pet Show, or PATS in the United Kingdom falls on the first Saturday and Sunday of October in Telford, and in late March in Sandon. The trade show is a popular event in the United Kingdom. It offers an exciting opportunity for pet lovers to gather and appreciate various animals. It's a fun day out for families and a chance to learn more about responsible pet ownership. The event usually features a variety of attractions, including: SuperDogs Live—An entertaining showcase of the most talented dogs. Animal displays and demonstrations—agility tests, obedience training, or fun animal tricks. Meet and Greets—a chance for visitors to meet different animals up close, ranging from common pets like dogs and cats to more exotic creatures. Expert Talks—conducted by veterinarians, animal trainers, and various pet care experts, providing insights into pet behavior, health, training, and general care. Shopping—pet-related products, from food and toys to accessories and health products. Kids' Zone—interactive and educational activities for children, teaching them about different animals and responsible pet care.

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Oct

Pedestrian Safety Month: October

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Everyone is a pedestrian at some point, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration established October as its month to teach pedestrian safety. In 2018, there were 6,283 pedestrians killed in traffic incidents in the United States, which accounted for 17% of all traffic fatalities in 2018, equating to a traffic-related pedestrian death every 84 minutes.

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Oct

Pet Wellness Awareness Month, Ntl.: October

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Initiated in 2004, National Pet Wellness Month seeks to educate pet parents on the benefits of twice-a-year health exams, the aging process for various breeds/species, and best practices in pet health. Annually in October with nationwide participation by local veterinarians.

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Oct

Pharmacist Month, American: October

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October is American Pharmacist Month and a chance to show appreciation for all pharmacists do for us. This profession touches millions of lives, both saved and enhanced, each year. Take this opportunity to learn more about the vocation and how pharmacists enhance our daily lives.

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Oct

Photographer Appreciation Month: October

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Photographer Appreciation Month encourages shutterbugs to put their cameras to work and go wild. For the rest of us, it's a month to smile, wink, and enjoy the flashes!

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Oct

Physical Therapy Month, Ntl.: October

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National Physical Therapy Month is promoted by a number of physical therapy organizations, including the American Physical Therapy Association. This month-long event encourages people to invest in themselves through physical therapy and support those currently undergoing it.

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Oct

Pickled Peppers Month: October

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Pickled Peppers Month is a tongue-twister of a rather tasty event. Will you make this a literary or food holiday month? Let's start with literary: How fast can you say it? "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. A peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked. If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, Where's the peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked?" This poem was published in 1813 in John Harris' Peter Piper's Practical Principles of Plain and Perfect Pronunciation. You can read the entire book through Project Gutenberg at http://archive.org/stream/peterpiperspract25027gut/pg25027.txt. And the food portion? What are pickled peppers? Pickling has been used for centuries to preserve harvested foods long before refrigerators existed. Pickled peppers are used as a seasoning in salads, burgers, and sandwiches. October is toward the end of the pepper season in the northern hemisphere, and pickling is one way to extend the harvest. Pickled Peppers Month is an unofficial event with no sponsor. It may be based upon the anniversary of the publishing of Peter Piper's Practical Principles in 1813; we cannot find the original title page with available resources.

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Oct

Pink Ribbon Breakfast (AU): October

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Fight breast cancer and have a delightful breakfast with your mates! Choose any day in October to host a pink ribbon breakfast. To get started, register your event with the Breast Cancer Foundation, Plan your event and sit down to eat with your friends. It's as easy as 1-2-3, and all proceeds go to fight breast cancer and cancer research.

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Oct

Pit Bull Awareness Month, Ntl.: October

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Initiated in 2011, National Pit Bull Awareness Month seeks to educate the population about the fantastic qualities of the oft-maligned category of dogs referred to as Pit Bulls. The dog originated in England, Ireland, Scotland, and the United States. Pit bulls are a breed created by crossbreeding bulldogs with terriers. These dogs excel in farm work, as work dogs for the disabled and police, guard dogs, and companions. They developed a reputation for fierceness due to their misuse as bait animals, for hunting, and in dog fighting as a sport.

There is no evidence to suggest pit bull breeds are any more aggressive or dangerous than other breeds. The common denominator in aggressive dog behavior nearly always traces back to the owner’s behavior and training of the animal. Still, the stigma has stuck, often making the dogs challenging to adopt or the laws target. National Pit Bull Awareness Month aims to correct these misrepresentations and celebrate the beautiful characteristics of these loyal, intelligent, and beloved dogs.

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Oct

Pituitary Awareness Month (UK): October

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The pituitary gland controls several hormone glands, including the thyroid and adrenals, ovaries, and testicles. Wear orange in October and help support Pituitary Awareness Month by organizing a Go Orange fundraiser. Go Orange events can be as simple as asking everyone to wear orange and make a donation to more elaborate, including managing a raffle with some special orange prizes or even sponsoring your boss to do something daring in orange. Use your imagination to raise awareness about pituitary health and encourage your friends or colleagues to raise money to support pituitary patients.

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Oct

Pizza Month, Ntl. (1984): October

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October is the National Pizza Month. Pizza is a flatbread with toppings; in its original form, we called it focaccia. Dressing flatbread with seasoning goes back 7,000 years. The first mention of "pizza" in history is in 997 AD, in Gaeta, Italy. Of course, tomatoes and tomato sauce would have to wait seven centuries until the 1700s, when Napoli chefs added the sauce. Tomatoes, originating in the Aztec empire, were as yet undiscovered. It would take WWII to bring pizza to America in a BIG way. The soldiers stationed in Italy couldn't get enough of this flatbread feast or Italian food. The first pizzeria opened in the United States in 1905 in New York City. Until World War II, pizza was almost exclusively an Italian immigrant dish. Shakey's was the first national pizza chain to open in 1954, and Pizza Hut followed it in 1958. National Pizza Month was created in 1984 by Gerry Durnell, the founder of Pizza Today magazine. October 1984 is when the first issue of his magazine debuted.

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Oct

Polio Awareness Month, (CA/AU): October

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Each October, the March of Dimes of Canada & Polio Australia sponsor Polio Awareness Month. Many Canadians believe that polio is merely a part of Canadian history – a forgotten disease. But polio is a genuine part of their lives for the thousands of Canadians living with the disease's late effects in the form of post-polio syndrome.

There are approximately 31,000 Canadian polio survivors. Our Post-Polio Canada® program helps educate and support polio survivors, their loved ones, caregivers, and healthcare professionals nationwide. Surviving polio can be a lifetime struggle. Watch the video for a first-hand account. Polio Awareness Month is produced in partnership with March of Dimes Canada.

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Polish-American Heritage Month: October

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Polish-American Heritage Month occurs in October. Since 1608, when the first Polish settlers arrived at Jamestown, Virginia, Polish people have been an essential part of America's history and culture. Polish American Heritage Month first ran in 1981, beginning in Philadelphia, PA. Later it became a national celebration of Polish history, culture, and pride. For additional information about these historical events and Polish and Polish American history, visit the Museum's site at: PolishAmericanCenter.com.

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