Dr. Bub and Associates Family Medical Center

December 1-7

Aplastic Anemia & MDS Awareness Week

Every day, more than 50 people will be diagnosed with aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), or another bone marrow failure disease. Tens of thousands more are survivors. These diseases can strike any person at any age, regardless of gender, race, or neighborhood. This week’s aim is to raise awareness about these little-known yet life-threatening diseases and show support for patients and families affected by these often life-long conditions.

December 1

AIDS Day (World)

In 1988, the World Health Organization (WHO) established World AIDS Day. In 2007, an estimated 33 million people worldwide were living with HIV/AIDS. December 1 focuses global attention on the continuing impact of the epidemic and encourages each of us to take action to expand our collective response to the epidemic. 

November 1-31
Lung Cancer Awareness Month

CancerCare provides counseling, education, and practical support to anyone facing a lung cancer diagnosis. The annual Lung Cancer Walk, held the first Sunday in November (November 6), raises awareness and funds for CancerCare services, provided by professional oncology social workers free of charge to patients, survivors, caregivers, family members and loved ones, and the bereaved.

November 1-31

Home Care & Hospice Month (National)

Each November, the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) celebrates National Home Care Month, National Hospice Month, and Home Care Aide Week (November 13-19, 2011) to honor care-giving heroes who make a remarkable difference in the lives of patients and the families they serve. NAHC develops themes each year to exemplify the high regard held for home care and hospice professionals and the special relationships they maintain with patients and their family members.

November 1-31
Healthy Skin Month (National)

National Healthy Skin Month was created to encourage people to protect and care for their skin, hair, and nails.