February 1 2021
HealthMerch works with government health agencies, hospitals, clinics, FQHCs and community based organizations to combat some of the nations leading health issues. Each month, we highlight awareness dates to increase engagement and education around the health initiatives that are important to health equity and healthy communities around the United States.
February Observance Days in 2021
AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month
February is national age related macular degeneration (AMD) and low vision awareness month.
American Heart Month
American Heart month is a national reminder for American families to turn their attention toward the nation's #1 killer - heart disease. celebrate American Heart Month by motivating Americans to adopt healthy lifestyles to prevent heart disease. Focusing on your heart health has never been more important. People with poor cardiovascular health are also at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19. Check out the HealthMerch American Heart Month products and designs.
International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month
This worldwide observance to promote awareness of infections transmitted from mother to baby. At HealthMerch, we've been working with many state and local health departments to combat congenital syphilis among other prenatal check up reminders and sexual health campaigns like
National Children’s Dental Health Month
This month-long national health observance brings together thousands of dedicated professionals, healthcare providers, and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers and many others. Check out HealthMerch's top-rated dental promotional and marketing products.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Dating violence is more common than people think, especially among teens and young adults: one in three teens in the US will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before they become adults, and nearly half (43%) of college women report experiencing violent or abusive dating behaviors. HealthMerch believes that education and outreach are directly entertained. From coasters to condoms, we can help reach individuals at risk to stop violence and abuse. Click here to browse consent condoms.
African Heritage and Health Week (first week of February)
African Heritage & Health Week also draws attention to inequitable health issues around and the US as well as medical problems that affect African American communities. Chronic health conditions like diabetes and heart disease are common among African Americans. People of African descent may also be at risk for certain genetic disorders. Click here to learn more.
Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week (Feb. 3–9)
Addressing mental health is the responsibility of an entire community. Covid-19 affected everyone but especially impacted children. While in many cases, children and youth have been able to spend more time with their parents or primary caregivers, many others are grieving the loss of peer interaction, social connection, and time spent in person with other vital, caring adults, and community members. Many of them have missed out on important rites of passage and lost loved ones or friends as well. Click here to learn more.
World Cancer Day (Feb. 4)
World Cancer Day is an international day marked on February 4 to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. World Cancer Day is led by the Union for International Cancer Control to support the goals of the World Cancer Declaration. HealthMerch has sole-source designs for both Breast Cancer and others. Click here to view our customizable awareness products.
National Donor Day (Feb. 14)
National Donor Day is an observance dedicated to spreading awareness and education about organ, eye and tissue donation. By educating and sharing the Donate Life message, we can each take small steps every day to help save and heal more lives, and honor the donor’s legacy of generosity and compassion. HealthMerch has patient engagement and donor thank you products that will keep donors engaged for life!
Condom Week (Feb. 14–21)
From February 14-21 we celebrate National Condom Week; the perfect reason to talk to those around you about the importance of using condoms to prevent both STIs and unplanned pregnancies. Because only internal or external condoms protect from both.
Eating Disorders Awareness and Screening Week (Feb. 24–March 1)
The goal of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (#NEDAwareness) is to shine the spotlight on eating disorders by educating the public, spreading a message of hope, and putting lifesaving resources into the hands of those in need. HealthMerch offers a variety of products that can be perfect to combat eating disorders including water bottles, as well as health and fitness tools.
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