National Recovery Month

National Recovery Month

Every September, we celebrate National Recovery Month to support those recovering from using substances and highlight the importance of getting treatment. Shift in Focus From National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month to Recovery Month, the change in name...
World Contraception Day

World Contraception Day

Since 2007, we celebrate World Contraception Day on September 26 to emphasize the importance of contraceptive access around the world. Birth Control Access There are many barriers that may prevent a person from accessing contraceptive options, including cost,...
Women’s Equality Day

Women’s Equality Day

Previously known as Suffrage Day, Women’s Suffrage Ratification Day, or Women’s Emancipation Day, August 26th marks the day when (white) women gained the right to vote with the passing of the 19th Amendment in 1920. Celebrating Women’s Suffrage: The 19th Amendment was...
Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding

Benefits: Human milk is the optimal source of nutrition for newborns and infants because they are not able to digest water or other foods.  Additionally, this also helps to boost their immune system and creates opportunities to bond with the feeding parent.  Other...
Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is the most common inherited blood disorder in the U.S. It refers to a group of disorders that are passed genetically and impact the red blood cells. What is Sickle Cell: Typically, red blood cells (which help to carry oxygen to our body) are...