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Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is observed in June as an opportunity to bring awareness and discuss Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. On this Father’s Day, this awareness brings me back to when my dad was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and everything I learned through him. Each experience with Alzheimer’s and other issues that impact brain […]
Hurricane Season
It’s that time of year, hurricane season is upon us. From June 1 to November 30 each year, we brace for hurricanes. As last year showed us, it is not always coastal communities that are impacted by hurricanes. Forecasters within NOAA’s National Weather Service predict above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic basin this year. The agency […]
Advisory Perspective Series – DocuGuardian
I started the Advisory Perspective Series years ago to highlight people who are working with us to improve our lives. Today, I’d like to introduce you to DocuGuardian and its founders, Lori and David Selsberg, who graciously provided answers to questions I sent them! To begin, here is a little bit about them and how […]
Military Appreciation
May is National Military Appreciation Month. Two specific holidays in May pay tribute to the military: Armed Forces Day on the third Saturday and Memorial Day on the last Monday. VoteVets.org created this graphic to remind us what each day is about. https://votevets.org/ Congress designated May as National Military Appreciation Month in 1999 to ensure […]
Celebrating Small Businesses
As we celebrate Small Business Month in May, it’s the perfect time to recognize the immense contributions that small businesses make to our nation’s economy and communities. Small businesses represent the entrepreneurial spirit that has long defined the American dream, from neighborhood coffee shops to home-based businesses. This is a time to shine a light […]
Stroke Awareness
Stroke Awareness Month: Know the Signs, Save a Life. As we observe Stroke Awareness Month this May, let’s take a moment to understand this medical emergency that can happen to anyone, at any time – and learn how quick action can save lives and limit long-term damage. Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States […]
Mental Health America
America started Mental Health Awareness Month in 1949 and has been observed ever since. It is celebrated through media, local events, and film screenings. The intern I have this semester asked me this week if I was aware of the ice bucket challenge. I remember this from 2014 to bring awareness to ALS. He let […]
Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is a busy month! Were you aware that April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month? This is a new one for me 🌞 What is Distracted Driving? April is designated as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This nationwide effort aims to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and encourage drivers to stay focused on […]
National Earthquake Preparedness
April is National Earthquake Preparedness Month. On Monday, April 14th, Southern California had a wake-up call. The MyShake app went off 2-3 seconds before the 5.2 quake on the Elsinore fault struck. FYI, the MyShake app is an earthquake early warning for residents of California, Oregon, and Washington. Here is the link to learn more: […]