This information on HIV and AIDS has been compiled here with links and citations for those who might need it or lose access in other ways or on other platforms. This article is for informational purposes only. From the CDC: Overview HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. Without…
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Did you know that the second Monday of May, every year, is National Women’s Check-up Day?! One single day designated to educating, empowering and reminding women that their health needs to be at the top of their list! We are not just talking about physical health and exercise, but instead the medical tests and checks…
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National Sarcoma awareness month occurs each year in July helping to bring awareness and education about the specific type of cancer called sarcoma. Sarcomas are tumors made of connective tissue that originates from the body’s muscles, nerves, joints, bone, cartilage, blood vessels or fat. Sarcomas can occur anywhere in the body, but most often happen…
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Every year, over thirty-thousand people in the United States are diagnosed with primary liver cancer. This type of cancer is on the rise in the US, and across the globe. Liver cancer is the growth and spreading of cancer-stricken cells inside of the liver. Cancer that begins in the liver is called primary, whereas cancer…
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Did you know that over 290 million people are currently living with viral hepatitis and are completely unaware? Did you know there are 1.34 million deaths per year connected to hepatitis? Hepatitis infections are also directly linked to two in every three liver cancer deaths, and viral Hepatitis is one of the biggest global health…
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Folic acid is a B-vitamin that is necessary for proper human cell growth. If taken before and during a pregnancy, folic acid can prevent up to seventy percent of serious birth defects of the brain and spine, which are called neural tube defects. During January, Folic Acid Awareness week is addressed to highlight the importance…
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The National Family Partnership was first established in 1980 as grassroots, nonprofit organization by a handful of worried parents who believed that they should have more of a leadership role in the war to empower children about drugs and drug prevention. Since the creation nearly forty years ago, they have been devoted to increasing education…
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Each year in August, National Immunization Awareness month occurs. During this month, many of the worldwide organizations educate the public and world on the importance of vaccinations at all ages. While children typically receive the most vaccinations, adults can continue to get them through their lives as well. Vaccinations help with Immunity When babies are…
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