Obesity Awareness Week

Obesity Awareness Week

Obesity in adults is described as having a Body Mass Index or BMI of over 30, but what does that actually mean? Healthism: Healthism is the perceived belief that a person’s overall health and wellness are indicators of a person’s worth, and that health is solely...
Hunger and Homelessness

Hunger and Homelessness

The week before Thanksgiving is dedicated to spreading awareness about Hunger and Homelessness. The purpose of this week is to provide education about poverty (the lack of financial resources) and promote support for anti-poverty organizations. Hunger and Homelessness...
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...
National Men’s Health Month:

National Men’s Health Month:

National Men’s Health Month is celebrated every June to encourage adolescent and adult men to live healthier lifestyles. Expanding Awareness about Men’s Health: Throughout the month, the importance of implementing healthier choices to improve overall well-being is...