In 2011, Sepsis Alliance designated September as Sepsis Awareness Month to help save lives by raising awareness of the leading cause of death in U.S. hospitals – sepsis. This week’s Friday Five offers resources, information, how to get involved and ways to support the cause.
National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of routine vaccination for people of all ages. This week’s Friday Five shares vaccine resources and the importance of following your doctor’s advice to stay up to date.
Healthcare NOW Radio wishes you a happy, healthy and safe 4th of July! Here are some tips and advice to celebrate and enjoy the holiday while still adhering to medical recommendations to stay safe and healthy. Happy Independence Day!
June is Migraine & Headache Awareness Month, bringing attention to a neurological disease that affects millions of people worldwide. This week’s Friday Five highlights the latest research, awareness campaigns, patient advocacy, and innovations in migraine care.
This week’s Friday Five shares facts and statistics pertaining to men’s health, what men can do to improve their physical and mental health, preventative measures they can take and what women can do to help.
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and this week’s Friday Five is dedicated to helping raise awareness and inspire action to support the fight against the disease.
The ATA Innovators Challenge is an exclusive opportunity for early-stage virtual care developers to showcase their novel solutions in front of key stakeholders, investors and decision-makers driving the future of healthcare. The final innovations highlight the latest digital health solutions that are redefining care delivery, from home to hospital.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and this week’s Friday Five provides online mental health assessments, a nonprofit working to reduce physician burnout, resources to help you better understand mental health and support those who may be struggling.
The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention has designated the Friday before Memorial Day as “Don’t Fry Day” to encourage sun safety awareness. Our Friday Five provides facts, tips and information to help readers stay safe while basking in the summer sun.
International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world every May 12, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth and is led by the International Council of Nurses (ICN). Each year carries a theme and for 2026 it is: “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.”
National Women’s Health Week serves as a reminder for women and girls to make their health – both physical and mental – a priority and take care of themselves. Our Friday Five offers some resources, tips and news around women’s health to help readers take steps toward taking care of their health.
This Nurses Week, explore two compelling conversations that highlight the evolving role of nurses—from diverse career paths to the critical need for technology that truly supports patient care. These episodes celebrate the profession while challenging healthcare to better serve those at its heart.
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