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Mental Health Support for Federal Employees
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. At AFSPA, we believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. Recent policy changes have left many of the federal workforce without jobs or fearful that they will not have one soon. Some federal employees have received return-to-office mandates after working remotely for years. Returning to the office can be a difficult change. The uncertainty that hangs over federal employees can accelerate burnout and heavily affect mental health.
Infertility FAQs
Infertility Awareness Week is the last week of April. Infertility has changed a great deal within the last ten to fifteen years. In the past, there was little support for those experiencing infertility. There were gaps in the healthcare system. Many were left wondering about infertility.
Celebrating Autism: Knowing the Difference Between Awareness and Acceptance
In the past, we celebrated Autism Awareness Month in April; however, as a collective, we’ve switched gears to focus on Autism Acceptance. Many organizations and advocates felt that “awareness” wasn’t enough. They deemed that there was no longer a need to talk about awareness because we know that autism exists.
Sleep Awareness: Prioritizing Your Sleep Means Prioritizing Your Health
If you’re moving through a fast-paced world, sleep often takes a backseat to work, social life, and everyday responsibilities. Some people wear their lack of sleep like a badge of honor. However, it’s not a badge of honor.
National Cancer Prevention Month: Steps to Reduce Your Risk
According to the American Cancer Society, 40% of cancer causes and 44% of cancer-related deaths are linked to potentially modifiable risks. What does that mean? It means that while genetics plays a significant role in cancer diagnosis and cancer-related deaths, linking it to preventable lifestyle changes can make a huge difference.
It’s Time for a Heart-to-Heart About Heart Health
When thinking about the month of February, images of heart-shaped balloons, cards, candy, decorations, and more may come to mind. With heart-shaped items everywhere, focusing on your real heart is important. February is American Heart Month, and with heart disease being the leading cause of death in the United States (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute), it needs to be taken seriously.