News
March 2026
WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
Read the full update: Women's History Month
March is also:
- Alport Awareness Month (rare kidney disease)
- Athletic Training Month
- Autoimmune Awarness Month
- Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month bloodhealth
- Breathe Better, Sleep Better Month
- Cheerleading Safety Month
- Child Life Month
- Clap4Health Month (cardiovascular disease and obesity prevention campaign)
- Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month coloncancer
- Deep-Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month
- Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month #DDAM #inclusionmatters
- Endometriosis Awareness Month endowarrior #womenshealth
- Kidney Month #NationalKidneyMonth #kidneydisease
- Malignant Hyperthermia Awareness Month
- Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awarness Month #MSeducation MSwarriors
- Myeloma Action Month
- Nutrition Month
- Problem Gambling Awareness Month
- Prosthetics, Orthotics and Pedorthists Month (POP Month)
- Save Your Vision Month #SaveYourVision #visioncare
- Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month
- Trisomy Awareness Month
- Workplace Eye Wellness Month eyecare #workplacesafety
AWARENESS WEEKS THIS MONTH:
March 08-14, 2026
Pulmonary Rehab Week, Sleep Awareness Week, Patient Safety Awareness Week
Pulmonary Rehab Week, Sleep Awareness Week, Patient Safety Awareness Week
March 15-21, 2026
GI Nurses and Associates Week, Drug and Alcohol Facts Week, Poison Prevention Week, and Brain Awareness Week (16-22)
AWARENESS DAYS THIS MONTH:
March 01, 2026 Wheelchair Day (World)
March 03, 2026 Birth Defects Day (World)
March 04, 2026 HPV Awareness Day (World)
March 05, 2026 Hospitalist Day
March 10, 2026 Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
March 12, 2026 Kidney Day (World)
March 13, 2026 Sleep Day (World)
March 19, 2026 Certified Nurses Day
March 20, 2026 Native American HIV/AIDS Day, Oral Health Day (World)
March 21, 2026 Down Syndrome Day (World)
March 24, 2026 American Diabetes Alert Day, Tuberculosis Day (World)
March 26, 2026 Epilepsy Awareness- Purple Day
March 30, 2026 Doctors Day
Note: There could be errors in data/typing. These observances may and will vary depending on country/region etc. We try to verify & post the most accurate information we can. When in doubt or question, always verify information for yourself with reputable sites. Providing public information as a resource does not mean we support or are a part of any of the observances we list here.
FEBRUARY 2026
WISE HEALTHCARE CONSUMER MONTH (WORLD)
Read the full update: https://nationaltoday.com/wise-health-care-consumer-month/ere.
February is also:
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) / Low Vision Awareness Month
- Cancer Prevention Month
- American Heart Month, Cervical Health Awareness Month
- Children's Dental Health Month
- Gall Bladder and Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month
- Kids ENT Health Month
- Marfan Syndrome Awareness Month
- Prenatal Infection Prevention Month (World)
- Recreational Therapy Month
- Self-Check Month
- Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
AWARENESS WEEKS THIS MONTH:
February 01-07, 2026
Patient Recognition Week, PeriAnesthesia Nurse Week (2-8), African Health and Heritage Week, Ambulatory Care Nurses Week (2-6), Tinnitus Week (3-9)
Patient Recognition Week, PeriAnesthesia Nurse Week (2-8), African Health and Heritage Week, Ambulatory Care Nurses Week (2-6), Tinnitus Week (3-9)
February 07-14, 2026
Congenital Heart Defect Week, Cardiovascular Professionals Week (7-15), Cardiac Rehab Week (8-14), Ambulatory Care Nurses Week (9-13), Heart Failure Week (8-14), Sepsis Survivor Week (8-14), Children's Mental Health Week (9-15)
Congenital Heart Defect Week, Cardiovascular Professionals Week (7-15), Cardiac Rehab Week (8-14), Ambulatory Care Nurses Week (9-13), Heart Failure Week (8-14), Sepsis Survivor Week (8-14), Children's Mental Health Week (9-15)
February 14-21, 2026
Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Staff Education Week, Condom Week, Anesthesiologist Assistant Week (16-20)
Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Staff Education Week, Condom Week, Anesthesiologist Assistant Week (16-20)
February 23-March 01, 2026
Eating Disorders Week
Eating Disorders Week
AWARENESS WEEKS THIS MONTH:
February 01, 2026 Aspergillois Day (World)
February 02, 2026 Rheumatoid Arthritis Day
February 04, 2026 Cancer Day (World)
February 06, 2026 Wear Red Day, Give Kids A Smile Day, Time to Talk Day
February 07, 2026 Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
February 09, 2026 Winter Skin Relief Day, Toothache Day
February 11, 2026 Day of Sick (World)
February 12, 2026 Epilepsy Day (World)
February 14, 2026 Donor Day, Impotence Day
February 17, 2026 Random Acts of Kindness Day
February 18, 2026 Critical Care Transport Nurses Day
February 20, 2026 Caregivers Day
February 22, 2026 Heart Valve Disease Day, Encephalitis Day (World), Recreational Sports and Fitness Day
February 27, 2026 Protein Day
February 28, 2026 Repetitive Strain Injury Day, Rare Disease Day
Note: There could be errors in data/typing. These observances may and will vary depending on country/region etc. We try to verify & post the most accurate information we can. When in doubt or question, always verify information for yourself with reputable sites. Providing public information as a resource does not mean we support or are a part of any of the observances we list here.
LOCAL EVENTS:
- AMPEDUP is our Amputee Support Group. It is a free community service. This event is to support any amputee through all stages of limb loss. What better way to learn about the process than to meet with other amputees going through similar circumstances? These meetings are open. They occur once per month. It is scheduled the 3rd Friday of every month (subject to change due participation/other circumstances)You can check out our blog about it. You can call to register or go to our Facebook Page to the EVENT and click attending.#LicensedtoHeal #AmpedUp #GotoExcelRehab
- https://www.facebook.com/pg/ExcelRehabServices/events/?ref=page_internal
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2188097527946630/?source_id=118275788336728
Helpful / Interesting Links / Non Profits:
If you have ideas for other support groups or would be interested in attending, contact us on our contact page! (stroke, amputee, caregiver, etc.)
- Events Archive - Louisiana Sweet Spot (tourascension.com)
- https://www.facebook.com/skidawgs/
- Our Lady of the Lake Ascension Family Fest - undetermined when next one is
Local SUPPORT GROUP Links:
- Dignity Memorial: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/about-dignity-memorial/supporting-our-communities/comforting-those-who-grieve Check out their LIFT program for widows and widowers
- Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center: https://marybird.org/service/support-and-survivorship/
- Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital: https://www.brrehab.com/services/support-groups
- Hospice of Baton Rouge: https://retreatbr.org/pages/support-groups
- OLOL Ascension Hospital:
- Check out their LIFT program for widows and widowers: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/about-dignity-memorial/supporting-our-communities/comforting-those-who-grieve
- Check out David and his Adaptive Skiing Program on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/skidawgs/
- Provides chartered fishing trips, kayak tours, and sailboat cruises for families who have been impacted by a life-altering illness: https://www.doseofthecoast.org/what-we-do/
- Maddie's Footprints (Anna's Grace - Ainsley's Angels) https://maddiesfootprints.org/resources/
- Volunteer programs: https://volunteerascension.org/
- Check out former Louisiana Social Worker, Karen Roy, as Ms Wheelchair America 2019! http://www.mswheelchairamerica.org/
- For Veterans Check out this resource for veterans and their families. Free tickets to concerts, games and more! Also on Facebook! https://www.vettix.org/
- For special needs children to get free custom bikes! Your PT can refer: http://www.mclindonfamilyfoundation.org/
- For Veterans: http://www.vetaffairs.la.gov/
- To help you locate local veteran owned businesses: http://www.buyveteran.com/
- For amputee support: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/
- Senior Living Advisors:https://www.caring.com/
- Medicaid information: https://www.medicareplans.com/medical-equipment-and-supplies-benefits-guide/#does_medicare_cover_durable_medical_equipment_
Adaptive Sports links:
LOCAL EVENTS:
- AMPEDUP is our Amputee Support Group. It is a free community service. This event is to support any amputee through all stages of limb loss. What better way to learn about the process than to meet with other amputees going through similar circumstances? These meetings are open. They occur once per month. It is scheduled the 3rd Friday of every month (subject to change due participation/other circumstances)You can check out our blog about it. You can call to register or go to our Facebook Page to the EVENT and click attending.#LicensedtoHeal #AmpedUp #GotoExcelRehab
- https://www.facebook.com/pg/ExcelRehabServices/events/?ref=page_internal
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2188097527946630/?source_id=118275788336728
If you have ideas for other support groups or would be interested in attending, contact us on our contact page! (stroke, amputee, caregiver, etc.)
- Events Archive - Louisiana Sweet Spot (tourascension.com)
- https://www.facebook.com/skidawgs/
- Our Lady of the Lake Ascension Family Fest - undetermined when next one is
Local SUPPORT GROUP Links:
- Dignity Memorial: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/about-dignity-memorial/supporting-our-communities/comforting-those-who-grieve Check out their LIFT program for widows and widowers
- Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center: https://marybird.org/service/support-and-survivorship/
- Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital: https://www.brrehab.com/services/support-groups
- Hospice of Baton Rouge: https://retreatbr.org/pages/support-groups
- OLOL Ascension Hospital:
- Check out their LIFT program for widows and widowers: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/about-dignity-memorial/supporting-our-communities/comforting-those-who-grieve
Helpful / Interesting Links / Non Profits:
- Check out David and his Adaptive Skiing Program on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/skidawgs/
- Provides chartered fishing trips, kayak tours, and sailboat cruises for families who have been impacted by a life-altering illness: https://www.doseofthecoast.org/what-we-do/
- Maddie's Footprints (Anna's Grace - Ainsley's Angels) https://maddiesfootprints.org/resources/
- Volunteer programs: https://volunteerascension.org/
- Check out our own local Social Worker, Karen Roy, as Ms Wheelchair America 2019! http://www.mswheelchairamerica.org/
- For Veterans Check out this resource for veterans and their families. Free tickets to concerts, games and more! Also on Facebook! https://www.vettix.org/
- For special needs children to get free custom bikes! Your PT can refer: http://www.mclindonfamilyfoundation.org/
- For Veterans: http://www.vetaffairs.la.gov/
- To help you locate local veteran owned businesses: http://www.buyveteran.com/
- For amputee support: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/
- Senior Living Advisors:https://www.caring.com/
- Medicate information: https://www.medicareplans.com/medical-equipment-and-supplies-benefits-guide/#does_medicare_cover_durable_medical_equipment_