The following are Canadian health observances and events for May.

Foot Health Month

The Canadian Podiatric Medical Association is a non-profit organization. They are dedicated to enhancing the profession of podiatry and increasing awareness among Canadians about the importance of good foot health care. Podiatry is a field of medicine that focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the foot and ankle by medical, surgical or other means. You can find a podiatrist in your region at: http://www.podiatrycanada.org
 
MedicAlert Month

As Canada’s largest national member-based charity, MedicAlert is the leading provider of medical information services linked to customized medical bracelets and necklets.  Learn more at: http://www.medicalert.ca/en/index.asp

Mental Health Month

The Canadian Mental Health Association is a charitable association that promotes the mental health of everyone and supports the resilience and recovery of those experiencing mental illness. Learn more about mental health conditions, programs and services at their website: http://www.cmha.ca/

Find your stress level by taking the Canadian Mental Health Association online quiz at:  http://www.cmha.ca/bins/content_page.asp?cid=4-42-216

Naturopathic Medicine Week – early May

The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) is the national association for licensed Naturopathic Doctors across Canada. Naturopathic Medicine Week (NMW) is an annual awareness initiative, which focuses on disease prevention and health promotion. 

For more information and to find out what events are happening in your area, visit:
http://www.cand.ca/index.php?id=100?

Mental Health Week – May 1-7

The first week of May is National Mental Health Week, and this year, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) wants Canadians to achieve a better work-life balance.  If you find it difficult to balance the different roles in your life, you’re not alone.  58% of Canadians report ‘overload’ as a result of the pressures associated with work, home, family, friends, physical health and community service.