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National Health Observances

National Health Observances (NHOs) are special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics.

Each month, we feature select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our priorities for improving health across the Nation. See our criteria for highlighting NHOs.

October National Health Observances: Health Literacy, Breast Cancer, and More

NHO Spotlight

Each month, we highlight National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our mission to improve health across the United States. In October, we’re raising awareness about health literacy, breast cancer, domestic violence awareness, and HIV/AIDS in Latinx communities.Check out the list of resources below that you can use to join the conversation and spread the word to your networks...

September National Health Observances: Healthy Aging, Sickle Cell Disease, and More

National Health Observances

Each month, we feature select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our priorities for improving health across the nation. In September, we’re raising awareness about healthy aging, sickle cell disease, substance use recovery, and HIV/AIDS. Below, you’ll find resources to help you spread the word about these NHOs with your audiences...

August National Health Observances: Breastfeeding, Immunizations, and Children’s Eye Health and Safety

National Health Observances

Each month, we highlight select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our mission to improve health in the United States. In August, we are raising awareness about breastfeeding, immunizations, and children’s eye health and safety.We’ve listed some resources below that you can use to promote these NHOs...

July National Health Observances: HIV Stigma and Hepatitis Awareness

National Health Observances

Each month, we feature select National Health Observances (NHOs) that align with our priorities for improving health across the United States. In July, we are raising awareness about HIV stigma and viral hepatitis. Below, you’ll find links to resources to help you promote these NHOs. Zero HIV Stigma Day (7/21)Zero HIV Stigma Day is observed each year on July 21 to raise awareness about HIV stigma...