April
“…for many, it may be the first step toward recovery.…”
National Alcohol Awareness Month
Alcohol Awareness Month was established in 1987 by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. The idea was then and now to help communities reach out to the public and provide answers to end the stigma associated with alcohol abuse. For more information, please visit: https://www.ncadd.org/
The month of April is National Alcohol Awareness Month in America by providing an opportunity to increase awareness of alcohol addiction by an intense focus. It is all aimed to bring understanding of alcohol’s causes, the effective treatments available, plus encouraging people into recovery. https://www.alcohol.org/awareness-month/
#Alcohol Screening Day, April 8, 2024
National Alcohol Screening Day raises awareness about the harmful effects of alcohol abuse and alcohol dependency these screens offer anonymous and confidential opportunities for those with addiction to seek help. While most people do not abuse alcohol, some do not realize the effects alcohol has on them and their lives, others do not realize the risks they take even when they only occasionally indulge in alcohol. Taking an alcohol screening may point out areas of concern we may not be aware of. For many, it may be the first step toward recovery. Take the quiz: https://alcoholscreening.org
Click here to learn more about the therapeutic application of temperance as a New Start Principle.
Public Health Week, April 4-11, 2024
APHA is hosting NPHW events entirely online this year, to protect our partners and neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about what APHA is doing, and what you can do to prepare without panic. http://www.nphw.org
Healthy Kids Day, April 20, 2024
https://www.ymca.org/what-we-do/healthy-living/family-time/healthy-kids-day
National Earth Day, April 22, 2024
Participate by supporting and using recycling programs, volunteer to clean up local parks and streets, support green businesses, use reusable products instead of disposable, repurpose items, walk or ride a bike to work if possible, and carpool or make one trip instead of multiple car trips for shopping.
Every Kid Healthy Week, April 22-26, 2024
https://www.actionforhealthykids.org/get-involved/every-kid-healthy-week/
National Zucchini Bread Day, April 25, 2024
#NationalZucchiniBreadDay - Mom’s Zucchini Bread Recipe: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/6698/moms-zucchini-bread/?mxt=t06dda
World Healing Day, April 27, 2024