Awareness

In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Healio has compiled the top skin cancer stories published so far in 2023.

The “growing epidemic” of nearsightedness in children worldwide is the focus of Myopia Awareness Week, May 22 to 26, according to a press release.

World Pulmonary Hypertension Day is May 5 and is recognized among global organizations and groups to raise awareness about pulmonary hypertension and honor those living with this often-misdiagnosed disease.

In honor of Rosacea Awareness Month, Healio has compiled a list of the most prevalent rosacea information published in 2023.

April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month; to help raise awareness, the Esophageal Cancer Action Network has hosted various events throughout the month and is offering kits for individuals to host their own events to celebrate.

SAN ANTONIO — Colleges and universities should take steps to improve food allergy awareness on campus, according to data presented at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting.

Chronic constipation affects up to 20% of adults and 16% of children in the U.S, therefore the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders recognized December as Constipation Awareness Month.

The National Eczema Association has dedicated October to raising awareness of this inflammatory skin condition, with 2022 focused on the facts of the disease as well as the stories of those who live with it.

The National Kidney Foundation has relaunched its website, NKF Election Center, that provides patients and “kidney advocates” with key dates and deadlines for the November midterm elections, according to a press release.

In an online webinar, Rainbows in Gastro, in association with the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, will promote awareness and education on LGBTQ+ issues that impact career choices and patient care.