Problem Gambling Awareness Month (March 2024) Key Facts According to the American Gaming Association, Michigan generated $1.92 billion in online gambling in 2023, and is ranked #1 in the nation….
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National Nutrition Month (March, 2024) Key Facts According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: People who often drink sugary drinks are more likely to face health problems, such…
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National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week | March 18 – 24, 2024 Key Facts According to the CDC: Alcohol is the most commonly used substance among young people in the U.S….
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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month – March, 2024 Key Facts According to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance: Screening is the No. 1 way to prevent or detect this disease early, when it’s most…
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National Condom Week (02/14-02/21) Key Facts According to Planned Parenthood: If you use condoms perfectly every single time you have sex, they’re 98% effective at preventing pregnancy. But people aren’t perfect,…
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Children’s Dental Month – (February, 2024) Key Facts According to the CDC: Oral health refers to the health of the teeth, gums, and the entire oral-facial system that allows us to…
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American Heart Month (February, 2024) Key Facts According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) : Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, causing…
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Radon Awareness Month – Radon Awareness Week (January 23 – 27, 2024) Key Facts Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after cigarette smoking. The EPA and the…
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Key Facts According to the CDC: You can lower your risk for cervical cancer by getting screened regularly, starting at age 21. The HPV test and the Pap test are screening tests that…
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World AIDS Day – December 1, 2023 Key Facts According to the CDC: HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV is not treated,…
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