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National Stroke Association

A stroke can happen to anyone, at any time, and at any age. Every 40 seconds someone has a stroke in the US. The National Stroke Association (NSA), founded in 1984, supports stroke rehabilitation and prevention efforts, and offers largely free education, resources, services, and legislative advocacy focused on the needs of stroke survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Help raise awareness about the importance of managing stroke risk factors and understanding stroke symptoms.

Social: @NationalStrokeAssociation | #StrokeAwarenessMonth

For more information, visit: stroke.org

Lupus Foundation of America

Lupus is one of the cruelest, most mysterious diseases on earth. It strikes without warning, has unpredictable and sometimes fatal effects, lasts a lifetime, and has no known cause or cure.

Social: @lupusorg

For more information, visit: https://www.lupus.org/lupus-awareness-month

May 4th-11th

Medical Fitness Association

During Medical Fitness Week, the Medical Fitness Association offers two unique programs designed to help medical fitness centers increase physical activity levels in all ages within their communities. The MOVE150 program focuses on getting participants moving, regardless of their abilities. The WALK10K program is a walking challenge that has experienced tremendous success. Complimentary marketing materials are available as well as a guide with tips and best practices.

Social: #MedicalFitnessWeek

For more information, contact: Mariann Murphy | Medical Fitness Association | 844-312-3541 | mariann.murphy@medicalfitness.org

For more information, visit: medicalfitness.org

Melanoma Monday is on Monday May 5th.

American Academy of Dermatology

Melanoma Monday® is a day dedicated to raising awareness for the deadliest form of skin cancer.

For more information, contact: Nicole DiVito | American Academy of Dermatology | 247-240-1746 | mediarelations@aad.org

For more information, visit: SpotSkinCancer.org

World Asthma Day is May 6th.

American Lung Association

World Asthma Day honors those who have asthma by raising awareness and knowledge of asthma. Take the American Lung Association’s free online learning course, Asthma Basics.

Social: @LungAssociation, @lungassociation, @americanlungassociation | #asthma, #WorldAsthmaDay

For more information, contact: American Lung Association | 1.800-586-4872.

For more information, visit: lung.org

World Maternal Mental Health Day May 7th

World Maternal Mental Health Day

A global awareness day to recognize Maternal Mental Health Care.

Social: @worldmmhday | #maternalMHmatters, #worldMMHday, #strongertogether

For more information, contact: Aysha Naziri | World Maternal Mental Health Day | maternalmhday@gmail.com

For more information, visit: wmmhday.postpartum.net

Food Allergy Awareness week May 11th-17th

Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE)

In 1998, the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network, now known as FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education), created Food Allergy Awareness Week to educate the public about food allergies, a potentially life-threatening medical condition. This is a special opportunity to shine a spotlight on food allergies and anaphylaxis.

Social: @FoodAllergy

For more information, contact: Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) | 800-929-4040 | contactfare@foodallergy.org; imonteiro@foodallergy.org

For more information, visit: https://www.foodallergy.org/our-initiatives/awareness-campaigns/food-allergy-awareness-wee

May 12th is Fibromyalgia Awareness Day

National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association

National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day seeks to help patients and organizations educate the public, healthcare professionals, government officials, and legislative bodies. The National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association’s (NFCPA) annual Together Walks is the rally cry for fibromyalgia patients and supporters to make their collective voice heard.

For more information, visit: https://www.fmaware.org/fibromyalgia-awareness-day-history/