The August 2023 Health Days Calendar includes content for Psoriasis Month, Immunization Awareness Month, Overdose Awareness Day, & these important health observances…

Here are the important August health awareness days Baldwin Publishing includes in the Celebrate Today! Health Awareness Calendar. Hospitals can use these health observances to boost social media engagement and online traffic to health and wellness websites in August 2023.

Baldwin’s writers create wellness content for every health observance day in August. Each article, graphic and video can be customized by your hospital or health organization and shared on your social media channels.

Do you have verified health content to share on social media? All Baldwin content is medically reviewed and ready to post. We also have content to fit all of your health organization’s print and digital needs, including newsletters, websites and blogs.

Here are some of the August 2023 health observances we include in our monthly calendar:

Psoriasis Month
Skin conditions like itching, burning and rashes will often continue to worsen when they’re not treated properly. For Psoriasis Month, share Baldwin’s article that outlines the differences between psoriasis and eczema, and emphasizes the importance of getting treatment from a dermatologist.

Neurosurgery Awareness Month
There are many reasons people may need to see a neurologist or neurosurgeon, including stroke, epilepsy and brain aneurysms. For Neurosurgery Awareness Month, Baldwin writers discuss 7 different symptoms that signify it’s time to schedule an appointment with a neurologist.

Immunization Awareness Month
Remind your community how important it is to get vaccinated by sharing Baldwin’s animated graphic for Immunization Awareness Month.

National Peach Month
Peaches are the third most popular fruit grown in America. For National Peach Month, share this recipe for Peach Iced Tea. This low-calorie recipe from Baldwin’s Health eCooks® library is brimming with the fresh flavors of peach, ginger and mint.

Back to School
For parents and children, August is the time to gear up for back-to-school. Help families get ready with Baldwin’s article outlining 8 tips to prepare for a new school year.

August Health Day Observances

Aug. 3: National Watermelon Day
Watermelon is not only a refreshing way to satisfy a sweet tooth, it’s also incredibly nutritious. For National Watermelon Day, share Baldwin’s article that offers 10 delicious ways to prepare watermelon, including this recipe for Watermelon Pizza.

August 8: Farmer’s Market Week
Farmer’s Market Week is the perfect time to remind your community to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into their diet and to buy local. Share Baldwin’s animated graphic on social media to engage your followers and encourage more likes on your post.

August 26: International Dog Day
On International Dog Day, appeal to the animal lovers in your community by sharing Baldwin’s article outlining 5 ways owning a dog can improve your health.

August 31: Overdose Awareness Day
In the U.S. more than 106,000 people reportedly died due to drug overdose in 2021, which is more than twice the amount reported in 2015. For Overdose Awareness Day, Baldwin writers share the signs of an overdose and what you can do to help someone.

Looking for more health content to promote August health awareness days in your community? Baldwin Publishing has customizable articles, images, graphics and videos. Contact us.

See our Health Awareness Content for 2024.