

Health Congregational Nursing Ministry
The Health & Congregational Nursing Ministry of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church promotes wholistic health and wellness of mind, body and spirit by providing information, education, and offering health-related activities on the following: nutrition, exercise, rest, chronic disease management, managing stress, emotional health, work life balance, and spiritual health. Congregational nursing consists of Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) who are passionate about sharing their spiritual gifts, skills and talents in ministry, promoting wholistic health.
JULY
Key Health Awareness Campaigns
July features several health awareness observances, including National Fragile X Awareness Month, Disability Pride Month, and National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month.
Key Health Awareness Observances in July
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National Fragile X Awareness Month: Focuses on raising awareness about Fragile X syndrome, a genetic condition causing intellectual disabilities and developmental challenges, and supporting affected individuals and families alwaystheholidays.com.
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Disability Pride Month: Celebrates the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities while promoting inclusion, accessibility, and advocacy www.goodgoodgood.co.
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National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: Highlights mental health issues in minority communities, aiming to reduce stigma and improve access to mental health resources www.goodgoodgood.co.
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Plastic Free July: While primarily environmental, it also promotes health by encouraging reduced exposure to harmful plastics and chemicals alwaystheholidays.com.
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Additional Observances and Awareness Days
July also includes specific health-related days such as:
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Panic Attack Awareness Day (July 10): Raises awareness about anxiety disorders and mental health support www.goodgoodgood.co.
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Chronic Disease Day (July 10): Focuses on education and prevention strategies for chronic illnesses www.goodgoodgood.co.
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World Population Day (July 11): Highlights global health, reproductive health, and population-related issues www.goodgoodgood.co.
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GIST Awareness Day (July 13): Dedicated to gastrointestinal stromal tumors, promoting research and patient support