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PART I.
NATIONAL HEALTH OBSERVANCES FOR JANUARY 2024

A. THYROID AWARENESS MONTH

American Thyroid Association-https://www.thyroid.org. 

Source: Advanced Community Health https:// advancechc.org/thyroid

FACTS:

More than 1200 of the U.S. population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime. Women are5-8 time more likely to have a thyroid problem; most thyroid cancer responds to the prescribed treatment; undiagnosed thyroid disease may lead to cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis and infertility; pregnant women with undiagnosed or inadequately treated hypothyroidism have increased risk of miscarriage, preterm delivery or severe developmental problems in their children; most thyroid diseases are life-long and can be managed with medicine. “

“The thyroid influences the cells, tissues organs, regulates processes of metabolism, heart function, body temperature, digestion, skin and bone maintenance, brain development and muscle function.

The main thyroid disorders include: 

It is estimated that over 20 million people in U. S. are living with thyroid disease and more than half don’t know it. Most symptoms are wide-ranging, not specific and happen gradually.

Some of the symptoms include-

Promote Thyroid Health:

“Resource of General Information from the American Thyroid Association.”

B. National Glaucoma Awareness Month.

https://glaucoma.org/

Source: Glaucoma Research Foundation.

FACTS:

 “More than 3 million people in the U.S. have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects that this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58% increase. Glaucoma is called the sneak thief of sight. Since there are no symptoms and once vision is lost, it’s permanent. As much as 40% of vision can be lost without a person noticing. Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness. The condition is more prevalent among African American and Latino populations. It is 6-8 times more common in African Americans than Caucasians. It is important to have regular eye examinations to preserve vision. Help raise awareness-let family members know if you have it, don’t keep it a secret. The most common form primarily affects the middle-aged and the elderly. It can affect people of all ages. The two main types of glaucoma are marked by an increase of intraocular pressure.

The best way to protect your sight is to get a comprehensive eye exam. If diagnosed, treatment should begin immediately.

Risk Factors:

Eye Examination: Your eye Dr. must check five factors-

Free resource to help you stay informed, go to https://www.glaucoma.org/gleams/

C. Cervical Health Awareness Month

https://www.nccc-online.org/

Source: National Cervical Cancer Coalition NCCC).

FACTS:

“ Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers today. Women

Approximately, 14 million new cases of sexually transmitted Human papilloma virus (HPV) will occur each year with at least 79 million people estimated to be currently infected. Most people with HPV do not know that they are infected. Fortunately, 80%-90% of cases of HPV will be naturally eliminated.

PART II.
HEALING AIDS FROM THE BALM IN GILEAD

PART III.
CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION

A. National Birth Defects Awareness Month.

FACTS:

About one in every 33 babies is born with a birth defect. Birth defects are the leading cause of infant deaths accounting for 20% of all infant deaths. Not all birth defects can be prevented, but you can increase the chance of having a healthy baby:

B. National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

FACTS:

In the U.S. traffickers compel victims to engage in commercial sex and to work in both legal and illicit industries. There are three wide- spread forced labor situations:
There is a hand signal for help used by the victims: The palm is open away from the victim and the thumb is across the palm, the four fingers are closed over the thumb. If seen, call 911 and describe what you have seen and your location. That person may be in trouble. In some situations, the person calling 911, has to stay close to the trafficker’s vehicle and look for the hand signal to be used again. Reporting: National Human Trafficking Hotline; get help24/7: 1-888-373-7888. Interpreters are available via phone call only. TTY 711. Text 233733. Chat at humantraffickinghotline.org/chat.
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