Celiac disease or gluten-sensitive enteropathy is an inherited condition triggered by the consumption of cereal grains containing "gluten". Simply put, the immune system of a celiac reacts negatively to the presence of gluten in the diet causing damage to the inner lining of the small bowel which reduces the person's ability to absorb nutrients including: iron, folate, calcium, Vitamin D, protein, fat and other food compounds. The grains considered to be capable of producing negative effects in … [Read more...]
National DNA Day celebrated April 25
April 15, 2026 by
National DNA Day is celebrated on April 25. Although this holiday was declared as one-time observance, it is still celebrated annually. DNA Day commemorates the day in 1953 when James Watson, Francis Crick, Maurice Wilkins, Rosalind Franklin and colleagues published papers in the journal Nature on the structure of DNA. It celebrates the discovery and understanding of DNA and the scientific advances that understanding has made possible. In the United States, DNA Day was first celebrated … [Read more...]
Easter celebrated with Purpose
April 2, 2026 by
Easter is one of the most significant and widely celebrated holidays in the Christian calendar. Revered as the day marking Jesus Christ’s resurrection from the dead, it fulfills biblical prophecies and symbolizes humanity’s hope for eternal life. Steeped in tradition, theology, and centuries of cultural evolution, Easter is both a deeply spiritual event and a vibrant global celebration that transcends borders and customs. By exploring its theological foundation, historical connections, and … [Read more...]
13 Cute Easter Self Care Thoughts to Live By
April 2, 2026 by
Here are 13 tips for selfcare during Easter Season: ~ Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. ~ Everyone needs a friend who is all ears. ~ There’s no such thing as too much candy. ~ All work and no play can make you a basket case. ~ A cute tail attracts a lot of attention. ~ Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day. ~ Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits. ~ Some body parts should be floppy. ~ Keep your paws off of other people’s jelly beans. ~ Good things come in small, sugar … [Read more...]
APRIL Celebrates National Child Abuse Prevention!
March 31, 2026 by
National Child Abuse Prevention Month takes place every April. National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect, and to promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families. During the month of April and throughout the year, communities are encouraged to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness strategies and activities and promote prevention across … [Read more...]
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HAPPINESS, MARCH 20
March 13, 2026 by
This campaign is a global celebration to mark the United Nations International Day of Happiness. It is coordinated by Action for Happiness, a non-profit movement of people from 160 countries, supported by a partnership of like-minded organizations. A profound shift in attitudes is underway all over the world. People are now recognising that 'progress' should be about increasing human happiness and wellbeing, not just growing the economy. March 20 has been established as the annual … [Read more...]
5 Reasons It’s Important to Seek Help for Women’s Mental Health
March 9, 2026 by
Women's mental health is a critical topic that deserves attention and understanding. Recent studies have shed light on the unique challenges women face in maintaining optimal mental well-being. According to a study published in the Journal of Women's Health, women are more likely than men to experience mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (Smith et al., 2022). This underscores the importance of recognizing the specific needs of women and … [Read more...]
WORLD POETRY DAY, celebrated on March 21
March 3, 2026 by
World Poetry Day is marked on 21 March. The date was chosen during UNESCO's 30th session, held in Paris in 1999. World Poetry Day is a celebration of poetry, literature and free speech, observed by UNESCO every year. The day is aimed at encouraging creativity, inspiring the teaching of poetry and restoring a dialogue between poetry and other arts, such as theatre, dance and music. PEN International also uses the day to highlight the imprisonment, murder and abuse of poets, writers and … [Read more...]
Top Tips for Increasing Your Immunity Levels this Winter
February 8, 2026 by
With the recent cold freeze and extreme weather conditions, we’ve all been thinking longer and harder about our health and wellbeing and how to stay well. But with winter here now, it’s not just COVID-19 to worry about, but also the added risk of getting sick with a cold, flu, or other sickness. One fundamental way to avoid coming down with something, whether it’s mild or severe, is to increase your immunity level. Read on for some tips you can follow to help your body stave off illness over … [Read more...]
February 15, International Childhood Cancer Day
February 8, 2026 by
As we mark this year’s International Childhood Cancer Day, please consider joining the World Community Grid who are also seeking to find childhood cancer treatments. Every year, more than 400,000 children and adolescents below 20, are diagnosed with cancer. The rate of survival depends on the region, with 80% survival in most High Income Countries but as low as 20% only in Low and MIddle Income Countries. The Target Goal of the WHO Global Childhood Cancer Initiative is to eliminate all … [Read more...]
Random Acts of Kindness Week ~ February 10 – 16
February 3, 2026 by
International Random Acts of Kindness Week is February 10-16. Take this week to step out of your normal routine or comfort zone and attempt a new random act of kindness each day of the celebratory week. Here are a few suggestions: This week let's combine "Random Acts of Kindness" with "Pay it Forward!" Think of ways to brighten someone's day! I get joy from doing a random act of kindness "anonymously," then leaving a note that says: "Courtesy of a Random Act of Kindness... Please pay … [Read more...]
History of Valentine’s Day
February 3, 2026 by
Valentine's Day, also called Saint Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, is an annual holiday celebrated on February 14. It originated as a Western Christian liturgical feast day honoring one or more early saints named Valentinus, and is recognized as a significant cultural and commercial celebration in many regions around the world, although it is not a public holiday in any country. Several martyrdom stories associated with the various Valentines that were connected to February … [Read more...]
