October 2026 Health Observances
Learn more about the important role pharmacists and pharmacy professionals play in helping people manage their health and medicines.
Get helpful tips for wearing and caring for contact lenses safely while protecting your eyes and vision.
Learn about domestic violence and find information about safety, support, and resources for people affected by abuse.
Discover simple ways to protect your eyes and help prevent injuries at home, work, and during everyday activities.
Learn how understanding health information can help you make informed choices and take an active role in your health care.
Find tips for protecting your lungs and making healthy choices that support good lung health.
Learn about common eye hazards around the home and simple steps you can take to help prevent eye injuries.
Explore information about liver cancer, liver health, risk factors, and ways to support a healthy liver.
Learn how medical ultrasound is used to create images of the body and support patient care.
Find information and resources to better understand attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and its effects on people and families.
Learn about hearing and balance health and the role audiologists play in helping people with hearing and balance concerns.
Explore information about breast cancer, early detection, breast health, and support for people affected by the disease.
Find tips and resources to help prevent bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
Learn simple ways to care for your teeth and gums and maintain good oral health.
Explore information that promotes understanding and inclusion and celebrates people with Down syndrome and their contributions.
Learn how medical librarians help people access reliable health information and connect with trusted resources.
Discover how physical therapy can help improve movement, strength, balance, and mobility for people of all ages.
Learn about sudden cardiac arrest, how to recognize it, and what you can do in an emergency.
Find resources and support for families affected by pregnancy or infant loss and information about this important health observance.
Learn about group B strep during pregnancy, how it can affect babies, and why awareness is important.
Explore information about spina bifida, how it can affect individuals, and resources for people and families living with the condition.
Learn about safe sleep practices and steps parents and caregivers can take to create a safer sleep environment for babies.