Monthly Archives: November 2008

Computer Security Day (Nov 30th)

Posted on November 30, 2008 by Care-Aware

  Sunday November 30, 2008, is:   Computer Security Day       Computer Security Day was started in 1988 to remind people to protect their computers & information.     The theme for this year (2008) is:  "A Good … Continue reading →

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Pancreatic Cancer Awareness MONTH (Nov)

Posted on November 30, 2008 by Care-Aware

  And one more, yet…   NOVEMBER is:   Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month                 http://www.myspace.com/pancreaticcancerawareness  

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LUNG Cancer Awareness MONTH

Posted on November 30, 2008 by Care-Aware

Before the month is gone…   NOVEMBER is:   LUNG Cancer Awareness Month         Did you know that…     Lung cancer is the number one cancer killer in the United States.  An estimated 212,000 new cases … Continue reading →

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Toy Hazards Alerts

Posted on November 28, 2008 by Care-Aware

  Toy Hazard Alerts:   Before you buy a toy for a child, check this list – it contains some of THE worst toys which have the potential to cause injuries or even deaths.   W.A.T.C.H.’s 2008 "10 Worst Toys" … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Day

Posted on November 27, 2008 by Care-Aware

  Today – November 27th, 2008 – is:   Thanksgiving Day (in the USA)     Thank you all for being here, & caring to be more aware!  That’s very much appreciated.  Thanks for making a difference!     I … Continue reading →

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Last WEEK of NOVEMBER: GERD, Family and Fire Safey Weeks

Posted on November 26, 2008 by Care-Aware

The last WEEK in November is:     Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Awareness Week     Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, affects at least an estimated 5% to 7% of the global population.   GERD is generally a treatable disease. Serious … Continue reading →

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International Day To End Violence Against Women (Nov 25th)

Posted on November 25, 2008 by Care-Aware

  November 25th, is:   International Day To End Violence Against Women       “At least one out of every three women around the world has been beaten, coerced into sex, or otherwise abused in her lifetime — with … Continue reading →

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Great American SmokeOut (Nov 20th, ’08)

Posted on November 20, 2008 by Care-Aware

  Thursday, November 20th, is:     The Great American SmokeOut Day NOVEMBER is Lung Cancer Awareness MONTH         The Great American SmokeOut is a one-day annual event to encourage the 45+ millions of Americans to quit … Continue reading →

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World COPD Day (2nd or 3rd Wed in Nov)

Posted on November 19, 2008 by Care-Aware

  The 2nd or 3rd WednesdayŦ in November is:     World COPD Day* "Breathless not Helpless!" NOVEMBER is COPD Awareness MONTH     World COPD Day is an event held each November to raise awareness of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) … Continue reading →

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Nat’l Memory Screening Day & Prematurity Awareness Day (Nov 18th)

Posted on November 18, 2008 by Care-Aware

  Tuesday, November 18th, is:   National Memory Screening Day   NOVEMBER is Nat’l Alzheimer’s Disease MONTH         The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America carries out National Memory Screening Day in collaboration with organizations and healthcare professionals across … Continue reading →

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