October Awareness: What you need to know.
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Oct 02, 2019
There are certain month-long events that get a lot of people talking. February is both National Heart Month and Black History Month. March is Women's History Month. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Turns out, Breast Cancer Awareness is not the only topic we should be mindful of in October. Take a minute to find out about many important issues - and why they really matter.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
A woman born today has about a 1 in 8 chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life, according to the Dr. Susan Love Foundation. But 40% of those cases can be prevented by lifestyle measures such as maintaining a healthy weight, breastfeeding, eating well, exercising, and limiting alcohol consumption. Plus, early detection increases survival rates, so it's important to consult with your doctor about your family history, changes in your breasts and getting mammograms, as needed.
ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Dyslexia Awareness Month
1 in 5 kids struggle with ADHD, learning disabilities and/or dyslexia, according to Understood.org. And because not everyone understands these challenges, they sometimes get ignored or are misinterpreted as a child misbehaving or being lazy. We highly recommend checking out the Through Your Child's Eyes simulation where you can learn firsthand what kids with these issues experience every day. It's also important to note that many adults also struggle with ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Dyslexia, and if they never got help, it's much more difficult to handle later in life.
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
10 million people per year (20 per second) are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). That equates to 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men who have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. Domestic violence affects individuals in every community regardless of age, economic status, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, or nationality. For more information on understanding this epidemic, as well as things you can do to help, visit the NCADV website.
National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
Tens of thousands of families experience a miscarriage, stillbirth or death of an infant. According to the Star Legacy Foundation, "Promoting awareness of pregnancy and infant loss not only increases the likelihood that grieving families will receive understanding and support, but also results in improved education and prevention efforts which may ultimately reduce the incidence of these tragedies."
Down Syndrome Awareness Month:
Approximately 6,000 babies with Down Syndrome are born in the United States each year, according to the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS). Most people with Down Syndrome have a mild to moderate cognitive disability or intellectual disability but there are many misconceptions that should be corrected. Check out this page on the NDSS website to find out more.
What matters to you this October? Tell us below!
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by jasmid | Corryton, TN
Domestic violence. When I was married to my first husband he used to beat me up all the time. I would think I deserved but nobody deserves to be afraid of being in your own home . I divorced him 35 years ago this mont.
by schwarz2 | MAQUOKETA, IA
I am having 2 new grandbabies this month! October is going to be great.
by xoholliebear | Fenton, MI
Mental health
by posumzmommy | Garden Grove, CA
All of the above causes are worthy. But I think that the Star Legacy Foundation, is closest to my heart, after seeing what this heartbreak did to both my parents, even when they were elderly. Losing a child is something you never get over.
by snowpeach | SOUTH JORDAN, UT
I'd give my donation to Down Syndrome foundation as I have 3 family members who have it. They are all in their 30s and are give such happiness to the world!
by leona1219 | MOUNT HOLLY, NJ
All of these issues are important
by judifer | LANSDOWNE, PA
I work in higher education and I'm advocating for educational opportunities!
by njf288 | campbell, OH
cancer awareness
by Chris327 | HAVERTOWN, PA
Breast Cancer Awareness
by bgv1949 | HOPKINS, MN
hunger and poverty
by Angie1219 | Kingman, AZ
Breast Cancer Awareness
by bsf4016 | Memphis, TN
All cancer awareness - breast cancer is personal.
by acarrill93 | HAMMOND, IN
I want people to be aware that a lot of disabilities aren't visible.
by hannah8647 | Tulsa, OK
National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. As a mom who has suffered pregnancy and infant loss ( Carried almost 23 weeks and he Lived for 2 hours outside the womb so I feel I lost my pregnancy and my infant,), this is a special cause to my heart
by payjjw | Douglasville, GA
I would like my donation to Down Syndrome Awareness month. This has a special place in my heart.
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