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Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease, a condition that can develop over time when the kidneys are damaged and can’t filter waste out of your blood. Over time, this damage can get worse. It can lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD). In severe cases, it can lead to kidney failure, which may require dialysis or a kidney transplant. Diabetic kidney disease does not happen overnight. It progresses through several stages, starting with very mild damage and then more serious issues if not managed correctly.

Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 6 -12, 2024, with World Mental Health Day falling on October 10. In observance, HELP USA Senior Vice President of Development and Communications Samantha Conlan shared the below post on how her organization builds connections among formerly homeless adults. HELP USA is a 2024 Fidelis Care behavioral health program grant recipient.

October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Dental care is an important part of your overall health. Make sure you go to regular dental visits to help keep your smile healthy. During your appointments, the dentist can find any cavities early and treat them. Early treatment prevents them from getting worse.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in New York State. Each year in New York, more than 16,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and about 2,500 women die from the disease. Mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat and before it is big enough to feel or cause symptoms. Women at ages 40 to 74 years old should have this test every one or two years. Ask your PCP when you should get a mammogram.

September is National Childhood Obesity Month. Obesity rates among children in the U.S. have doubled since 1980 and have tripled for teens. About 19.7% of children ages 2 to 19 are considered obese. Children who take in too many calories and don't get enough exercise or sleep are at risk for obesity. Efforts to prevent obesity should begin early.

September is National Newborn Screening Awareness Month. It’s a time to think about tests that identify conditions that could affect a baby’s long-term health. Newborn screening is a term you may hear from your doctor before or just after your baby is born. This screening is composed of three different tests. They include:

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic disorder that impacts the shape of red blood cells. Normally, these cells are round and flexible. They flow easily through blood vessels. In people with SCD, the red blood cells take on an abnormally bent or “sickle” shape, which can lead to blocked blood flow.