The month of May has many observances related to health care, wellness and more. Here is a brief roundup of observances and helpful information to keep you in the know:
National Stroke Awareness Month
Do you know the signs of a stroke? When it comes to stroke, every second matters – and getting help quickly can lead to better treatment outcomes. Because strokes can happen at any age, knowing what symptoms to look for could save a life. Read our Stroke 101 blog to learn more, including how to use BE FAST to remember the warning signs.
Mental Health Awareness Month
When life gets busy, it can be easy to forget that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health. When you need behavioral health care, LVHN is here for you – offering services from counseling to medication management and more. You can also alleviate stress and anxiety today through mindfulness, a practice that is making its way into area classrooms. Learn how students are Gaining Resilience With Mindfulness, and how this method can help you find a stronger sense of calm.
National Women’s Health Month
While you’re balancing all the responsibilities of being a woman – work, family, mom (and pet mom) life, friends and the never-ending to-do list – you deserve to take a moment of time to focus on your health. That’s why you should tune into The Healthiest You podcast, where LVHN host Amanda Newman discusses need-to-know topics that support women’s health.
Preeclampsia Awareness Month
Preeclampsia is a serious and life-threatening condition women can develop during pregnancy or postpartum and is often characterized by dangerously high blood pressure. It’s also one of the leading causes of pregnancy-related deaths. Here is Maddie’s story about how preeclampsia broke her heart, but saved her life. (Sensitive content warning: pregnancy loss.)
Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a rare, inherited disease that affects the lungs and other body systems with no cure. While treatments are available, care is often extensive, involving routine clinical visits and a daily at-home treatment regimen. Here is one family’s story about finding CF treatment for siblings Aria and Jack – and their quest to raise awareness while hoping for a cure.
May 4: Melanoma Monday
Do you know the ABCDEs of detecting melanoma and other forms of skin cancer? If you don’t, you should. Skin cancer survivor Beth Thompson explains why here.
May 7: Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day
We all want our kids to be happy, healthy children who grow to be happy, healthy adults. Supporting their mental health and well-being throughout their development can make a meaningful difference. That’s why LVHN provides integrated physical and mental health care that is specifically geared to youth ages 10 to 25, partnering with you to give your children the comprehensive care they need most. Learn more.
May 22: Don’t Fry Day
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer diagnosed each year. It’s also one of the most preventable. Here’s what you can do to protect your skin and reduce your risk for skin cancer.
