The Surprising Science of Breastfeeding
Breast Milk Is More Than Food August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and you probably already know that breastfeeding can provide babies with good nutrition. But human milk is much more complex than simply a source of calories, vitamins, and minerals. Breast milk contains antibodies, immune [...]
Men’s Preventive Care: What Often Gets Skipped
Many men delay or skip preventive care — often because they feel fine, are busy with work or family responsibilities, or simply do not prioritize routine checkups. The challenge is that many serious health conditions develop gradually and may not cause symptoms early on. Understanding [...]
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month National Domestic Violence Awareness Month traces back to the “Day of Unity” in October 1981, spearheaded by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The initial goal was to connect battered women’s advocates across the nation. By 1987, the first official [...]
Men’s Health Month
"Throughout June, Men’s Health Month aims to encourage boys and men to take charge of their overall health by implementing healthy living decisions. In general, men in the U.S. are expected to live nearly six years less than women, and non-Hispanic Black and American Indian/Alaska [...]
Brain Awareness Week!
Brain Awareness Week is March 14th-20th Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is a global campaign, started by the Dana Foundation, to increase public awareness of the progress and benefits of brain research. BAW is a key outreach activity for SfN members who will be hosting a [...]
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
The United States Congress designated January as Cervical Health Awareness Month. During January, NCCC and its many local chapters across the country highlight issues related to cervical cancer, HPV disease and the importance of early detection. While NCCC chapters host events throughout the year, January [...]
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Go Purple with a Purpose for Alzheimer's Disease Awareness and Caregivers Month. President Ronald Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in 1983. At the time, fewer than 2 million Americans had Alzheimer’s; today, the number of people with the disease has soared to [...]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
South Tabor Family Medical wants to remind you that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is so important that you are screened. We can help facilitate scheduling your appointment or you can also contact your preferred imaging specialist. Breast cancer is the most common cancer [...]
