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Disability History & Awareness Week educates children and the general population about people with disabilities, their achievements, and how to prevent becoming disabled through personal safety and awaren...
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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, per presidential decree. Over the past few decades, significant achievements have been made in reducing domestic violence in America. Yet, despite...
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HONORING THE LEGACY OF GOSPEL MUSIC: THE GMA DOVE GOSPEL MUSIC AWARDS The GMA Dove Gospel Music Awards, organized by the Gospel Music Association (GMA), celebrate the achievements of artists and musician...
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October in the U.S. is the National Down Syndrome Month. It aims to raise awareness about the nature of Down Syndrome and encourage people and society to not treat persons with it as human beings rather t...
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Dyslexia Awareness Month raises awareness of dyslexia and its signs and symptoms. During this month, people share their stories about struggling with this learning disability. Dyslexia was coined by Rudol...
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CELEBRATE FAMILY MEALS: EAT BETTER—EAT TOGETHER MONTH Families across the United States are encouraged to come together for meals as part of Eat Better—Eat Together Month, an initiative aimed at fosterin...
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National Eczema Month is an awareness campaign held annually in October in the United States. The campaign aims to educate the public about eczema, a common skin condition affecting millions worldwide....
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Proclaimed by President Obama, October marks Energy Action Month, and the nation is looking to the federal government to provide leadership in energy management and sustainability. Federal agencies are w...
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PROMOTING HEALTH AND EFFICIENCY: ERGONOMICS MONTH Every October, Ergonomics Month raises awareness about the importance of ergonomics in enhancing human well-being and improving workplace productivity. T...
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When asked, only 35 percent of respondents said they always wear protective eyewear when performing home repairs or maintenance; even fewer do so while playing sports. Protecting your eyes from injury i...
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IT'S ABOUT ROOTS: FAMILY HISTORY MONTH In the United States, October is Family History Month, a dedicated time for individuals to explore and celebrate their genealogical roots. The month-long observance...
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Senate Resolution 287 passed on October 5, 2011, and created National Filipino American History Month. This month promotes understanding, education, enlightenment, appreciation, and enrichment through t...
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National Financial Planning Month focuses on helping people understand their finances and learn how to plan and manage money successfully. These include highlighting the importance of financial literacy a...
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Dalmatians have long been associated with fire fighting, though shepherds, Labradors, and pit bulls/terriers are more likely to be found with fire search and rescue. Before internal combustion engines, do...
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Some people think; differently, perceiving issues and information from a different perspective, and they are not afraid to share their views. Freethought Month and Freethought Day on the 12th is your oppo...
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National Get the Inside Advantage Month is about getting your life together in whatever area it needs: career, health, fitness, relationships. Use this month to plan and gather the tools you need to come...
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October is LGBTQ+ History Month in the USA and includes National Coming Out Day. LGBTQ+ History Month celebrates the lives, history, and achievements of the US's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and...
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German-American Heritage Month is celebrated annually and coincides with German-American day, as proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1983 and President Barack Obama in 2010. German-American Heritag...
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LOVE YOUR LOCKS! IT'S NATIONAL HAIR DAY National Hair Day recognizes the importance of hair care and the impact hair has on personal identity and self-expression. Founded by It's a 10 Haircare, a leading...
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Halloween Safety Month seeks to help parents and children celebrate the holiday and avoid a disaster. For tips and best practices, see the National Safety Council website at: http://www.nsc.org/learn/sa...