☀️🕶️ Summer is here  and while the sun is shining bright, it’s the perfect time to head outdoors and enjoy the weather. But are you protecting yourself from potential risks? By understanding the dangers of too much sun exposure  and taking proper precautions, you and your family can stay safe while having fun outdoors. 🏖️ Ultraviolet (UV) light  is a form of invisible radiation that comes from the sun.Too much exposure can damage the skin and increase the risk of skin cance

👁️ Prevent Blindness America  has declared June as Cataract Awareness Month . Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the U.S.  and the leading cause of blindness worldwide .Over 24 million Americans over age 40  are affected, making awareness and education essential. ❓ What is a Cataract? A cataract  is a clouding of the eye’s lens, blocking or altering how light enters the eye. The lens, located behind the pupil and iris, focuses images onto the retina to send to

❤️ May is High Blood Pressure Education Month ❤️ In the United States, over 100 million people  have high blood pressure, also called hypertension . Many people don’t even know they have it. Symptoms often go unnoticed, but uncontrolled blood pressure increases the risk  of heart disease, kidney disease, and stroke. 🗓️ During May , have your blood pressure checked! 📅 Schedule an appointment with your primary care physician or 💊 Visit a local pharmacy that offers blood pres

🌈💙 April is Autism Awareness Month 🌈💙 🧩 It was in 1970  that the Autism Society first launched National Autism Awareness Month  to raise awareness and advocate for individuals on the autism spectrum. Since then, national and international efforts have continued to grow—offering resources, education, and support to families and communities. 🌍 This year marks the 13th year  since April was designated World Autism Awareness Month , a global initiative to promote inclusion

💙 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 💙 Colorectal cancer is one of the most common and deadly cancers in the United States. It’s the second-leading cause of cancer death  in both men and women. According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 22 men  and 1 in 24 women  will develop colorectal cancer during their lifetime. ❓ What Is Colorectal Cancer? Colorectal cancer begins in the colon  or rectum , located in the lower part of your digestive system. The colon (large

❤️ February is American Heart Month ❤️ American Heart Month is a federally designated event initiated to remind men and women to focus on their heart health. 🔴 National Wear Red Day – Friday, February 7, 2020 On the first Friday of every February, which is designated as American Heart Month, the nation comes together, igniting a wave of red from coast to coast. This annual event unites people for a common goal: the eradication of heart disease and stroke. 🫀 Heart Disease Fa