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September 2008
In 2006, baby boomers will celebrate their sixtieth birthdays, which will impact the concept of aging in America. Healthy Aging Month highlights aspects of growing older, with a special focus on promoting the keys to healthy aging: physical fitness, social wellness, financial fitness, and mental wellness. Throughout the nation, health fairs and events will educate the public on healthy aging, longevity, and other issues for the aging population.
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September 2008
The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, or JPMA advocates for children’s products with certified reliability and safety. This month, Baby Safety Month is observed to help parents select safe cribs, car seats, and strollers. |
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October 2008
For more than 20 years, The National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) campaign has worked to increase awareness of breast cancer and of the importance of detecting the disease in its earliest stages. Through measures such as mammography screening, clinical breast examination, and breast self-examination, women can improve their odds of survival by detecting breast cancer at an earlier, more treatable stage. A key message of this year’s campaign is that women over 40 should have an annual mammogram screening—their best chance of detecting breast cancer early.
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October 2008
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, is defined as the sudden, unexplained death of a baby under one year of age. In 1994, groups including the American Academy of Pediatrics initiated a public awareness campaign to prevent the incidence of SIDS deaths in the U.S., called the “Back To Sleep” campaign. Since then, the rate of SIDS in the U.S. has decreased by more than 50%, saving the lives of more than 3,500 babies each year.
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