Proclamations
Worldwide NET Cancer Awareness Day
Proclamations
WHEREAS, neuroendocrine tumors (NET) often develop into cancer, and if left untreated, can result in serious illness and death
Falls Prevention Awareness Week
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WHEREAS, the Injury Prevention Plan of Alabama and the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention note that each year in the United States one in every three adults over 65 years of age …
Gynecological Cancer Awareness Day
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WHEREAS, ovarian, cervical, uterine and other gynecological cancers are an insidious threat to the health of women in Alabama
Campus Fire Safety Month
Proclamations
WHEREAS, recent student-related housing fires at schools across the United States have tragically cut short the lives of some of the youth of our nation
Chiari Malformation Awareness Month
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WHEREAS, Chiari Malformation (CM) is a serious neurological disorder affecting well over 300,000 people in the United States; first identified by Austrian pathologist Professor Hans Chi…
Constitution Week
Proclamations
WHEREAS, September 17, 2012, marks the 225th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States of America at the Constitutional Convention, providing a historic opport…
Respite Awareness Month
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WHEREAS, caregivers are considered the backbone of Alabama’s long term care system
National Employ Older Workers Week
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WHEREAS, America is witnessing a dramatic growth in its population of those 55 or older, a trend that will continue well into the 21st century
National Preparedness Month
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WHEREAS, Michael Chertoff, the National Homeland Security Director, named September “National Preparedness Month” which creates a significant opportunity for every Alabamian…
The Medicine Abuse Project Week
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EREAS, prescription drug abuse is the fastest growing drug problem in the United States today