The national network of libraries of medicine nnlm provides resources for public libraries that align with national health observances throughout the calendar year. In observance of nphw, public health clinics in ketchikan and kodiak, alaska, welcomed the community to attend their open house events. Data from the united health foundation show that, thanks to a recent smoking cessation campaign, smoking has decreased 12% in adults. Physical activity guidelines for americans link to guidelines pdf. National health observances stellar benefits group. Use this calendar to increase your awareness of important health issues and select certain months, weeks, or days to highlight with your employees. National great outdoors month american recreation coalition 202. Mhas theme for mental health month 2016 is life with a mental. National mens health week th 19th centers for disease control and prevention 800. Alaska environmental health association aeha, anchorage, alaska. Ha2030 state health assessment alaska department of health. Partnering to educate englishlanguage learners in alaska. These observances differ from federal holidays in that federal employees only receive a day free from work on holidays, not observances. National health observances 2017 2017 wellness calendars.
Access the 2016 national health observances calendar. Public health alerts archive national indian health board. Discover the health observances and awareness programs running through september 2019. It serves to nourish our bodies as we take in water and nutrients. Tips to plan a national health observance each national health observance nho presents an opportunity to educate the public, energize coworkers and. In 2016, 4,000 american indians andor alaska natives attempted suicide. Leading causes of deathfemales by race and hispanic origin. Nhos are special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics. The project represents an opportunity to keep your coalition engaged while you work the spf. The following is a list of notable monthlong observances, recurrent months that are used by. Annual physicals are free with your health insurance. Partnering to educate englishlanguage learners in alaska on.
Alaskas department of public health is actively working to introduce public health initiatives to the state, and their efforts are working. National health observances for november bringing health. Online communities allow you to share information with and emotionally support others facing similar con cerns about a health issue. You can help change this spread the word about national hiv testing day on june 27. Publications alaska department of health state of alaska. The alaska environmental health association aeha is an organization for professionals working in the.
This calendar lists selected health observances for 2008 in three ways. The alaska scorecard for 2016, which is produced by the alaska department of health and social. Lets take some time to celebrate these two annual observances by highlighting multicultural health information resources from the national library of medicine nlm. The alaska literacy program alp and the university of alaska brought together public, business, and nonprofit. According to health data released by the united health foundation, alaskans enjoy high per capita health funding and a low prevalence of diabetes, yet obesity and violent crimes are on the rise. Providing programming resources is one way that the community engagement network cen supports communities with consumer health information and education in order to increase health literacy and raise awareness of the nih all of. National health observances nhos are special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics. Health publications statewide opioid action plan 20182022 alaska opioid response 20172018. Individuals considering online mph programs in alaska can use their degrees to address issues the state is facing and will continue to face in coming years. Celebrate national 5 a day month in september by inviting employees to a brown bag seminar. Overview of holidays and many observances in united states during the year 2020. Below is a selected list of national health observances, holidays, and other special times of year and links to additional information.
United states federal observances are days, weeks, months, or other periods designated by the united states congress for the commemoration or other observance of various events, activities, or topics. In addition these are special days and weeks in november, 17 great american smokeout, 19 international survivors of suicide day, 20 26 gastroesophageal reflux disease awareness week and 24 national family health history day. One in 8 people living with hiv in the united states dont know they have it. You have an opportunity to help to create a community of health at your library, school, or organization by promoting national health observances nhos. Federalnational holidays 11 local holidays 73 important observances 14 common observances 36 other observances 28 local observances 38 seasons 4 clock change dates 2 worldwide observances 32 united nations observances 2 major christian 6 more christian 20 major jewish 6 more jewish 16 major muslim 7 major. The following is a list of notable monthlong observances, recurrent months that are used by various governments, groups and organizations to raise awareness of an issue, commemorate a group or event, or celebrate something. National health observances health observances are days, weeks, or months devoted to promoting particular health concerns. Reports national center for veterans analysis and statistics. Join nihbs efforts to raise awareness of public health in indian country. Cervical cancer is preventablevaccinate early, pap test regularly, and hpv test when recommended. Mental health month acl administration for community living. Positive trends in alaska the percentage of alaska children exposed to secondhand smoke in the home decreased from % in 2004 to 2. Alaska facts and figures 20162018 drug overdose mortality alaska violent death reporting system suicide death update. What is the origin of sobriety awareness month in alaska.
National recovery month every september, since 1999. Apr 26, 2018 positive trends in alaska the percentage of alaska children exposed to secondhand smoke in the home decreased from % in 2004 to 2. Take time to check into health resources that may help you with your healthcare needs. Department of health and human services provides a yearly calendar that includes most health awareness months, weeks, and days. May 8, 2016 anna jarvis organized the first mothers day observances in grafton, w. Office of minority health resource center toll free. On january 8, 2016, we published a proposed rule to clarify how our existing mandates for the conservation of natural and biological diversity, biological integrity, and environmental health on refuges in alaska relate to predator control. Check out the 2019 nho calendar archived each month, we feature select national health observances nhos that align with our priorities for improving health across the nation. Red fox james, a blackfeet indian, rode horseback from state to state to get endorsements from 24. For more information on race and hispanic origin classification please see the technical notes section of deaths. This content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the national institutes of health. It is a time to observe its maritime heritage, to honor those who served as merchant mariners, and to recognize the benefits of the. Jun 15, 2016 at the invitation of the alaska department of health and social services and the alaska area native health service of the indian health service, the national institute for occupational safety and health niosh division of safety research in morgantown, west virginia established the alaska field station afs in anchorage, alaska on august 15.
National minority health month active and healthy april 2020. The percentage of alaska high school students exposed to indoor secondhand smoke decreased from 49. Educational materials given as examples are not intended to be exhaustive. Leading causes of deathfemales by race and hispanic. Even better news for you is that the national library of medicine nlm, national institutes of health nih, and the middle atlantic region mar are here to help. Project directors partnered and taught each other how to celebrate an awareness month.
Tips to plan a national health observance each national health observance nho presents an opportunity to educate the public, energize coworkers and community members, and promote healthy behaviors. National women and girls hivaids awareness day march 10. In 2018, the niosh western states division joined the anchorage health literacy collaborative, with the hope of incorporating a worker safety and health perspective into broader discussions on health literacy johnson, 2019. The national health observances project is a guide to plan and execute monthly health observances. Aids in american indians and alaska natives, see the trends in indian health pdf. Use them to help promote workplace wellness for you, or your company. See national health observances calendar for additional information. National healthrelated and other observances 2016 this is a listing of select healthrelated and other observances for 2016. National health observances national birth defects prevention awareness month. Federal register nonsubsistence take of wildlife, and. American indian and alaska native aian servicemembers and veterans 2017 this report uses data from the 2017 american community survey public use microdata sample to report data concerning the demographics, socioeconomic status, and health characteristics of aian servicemembers and veterans key statistics by veteran status and period of service this demographic and socioeconomic.
Nearly 44 million american adults, and millions of children, experience mental health conditions each year, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and posttraumatic stress. Monthlong observances childrens dental health month national heart month american wise health care consumer month national weeklong observances 39 perianesthesia nurse awareness week 915 cardiac rehabilitation week national 915 cardiovascular professionals week 915 sepsis survivor week 1421 nccdp alzheimers disease and. Odi maintains an online database of diversityrelated conferences, observances, and other learning opportunities. February is black history month and march is womens history month. This month gives health care providers, policy makers, the media, and others an opportunity to motivate men and boys to seek routine medical advice and early treatment for. American indian and alaska native aian servicemembers and veterans 2017 this report uses data from the 2017 american community survey public use microdata sample to report data concerning the demographics, socioeconomic status, and health characteristics of aian servicemembers and veterans. National maritime day national maritime day is annually observed in the united states on may 22. American indianalaska native woman hiking alone in a forest. Oral health is an essential and integral component of overall health throughout life. Feb 16 tuesday elizabeth peratrovich day local observance alaska feb 28 sunday linus pauling day local observance oregon mar 1 tuesday st.
Odi maintains an online database of diversityrelated observances and events for your outreach efforts. The va northwest health network visn 20 includes the states of alaska, washington, oregon, most of the state of idaho, and one county each in montana and california. Each year, cardiovascular diseases claim the lives of nearly half. Alaska suicide toxicology project summary, 20152017.
Microsoft word 115371nho 2016monthly summary ready to upload author. Mayjune 2016 volume 2, issue 2 quick fact among hispanic and african american teens, dropping the national teen birth rate to an alltime low since 2006. Jan 01, 2020 national womens health week may 1016 national stuttering awareness week may 1117 mecfs and fibromyalgia international awareness day 2020 may 12 food allergy awareness week may 12. It is a time to observe its maritime heritage, to honor those who served as merchant mariners, and to recognize the benefits of the maritime industry. Promote national nutrition month in march, provide healthy heart tips for american heart month in may, or hand out educational materials for cholesterol education month in september. National health observances and multicultural health. The ha2020 website needs revisions to include a ha2020 event calendar. These observances may provide earned media opportunities. Cdc identifies potential risk of zika virus transmission since june 15, 2016. Educate and energize your coworkers with national health observances nhos. Even better news for you is that the national library of medicine nlm, national institutes of health nih, and the.
As the annual celebration became popular around the country, jarvis became the driving force behind mothers day and asked members of congress to set aside a. Nov 04, 2019 in 2018, the niosh western states division joined the anchorage health literacy collaborative, with the hope of incorporating a worker safety and health perspective into broader discussions on health literacy johnson, 2019. Healthy alaskans 2020 and 2030 is a partnership between the alaska. National minority health month 2020 office of minority health. The month of june is designated as mens health month. Alaska natives aian have the highest rates of suicide of any racialethnic group in the united states. Hss publications alaska department of health and social. The purpose of mens health month is to increase the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. Movember november events to raise awareness and funds for mens health. Alaska oral health plan 20122016 alaska oral health plan 20122016 3 the mouth is vital to everyday life.
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