National Family Health History Day

National Family Health History Day is in the United States every year on the fourth Thursday of November. This is a holiday worthy of attention because what could be more important than family? Today is the best day of the year to take care of loved ones and address any health concerns. Join us!

History

The purpose of the holiday is simple – to show love to your relatives, to gather in a close family circle, and discuss health history. Today on the agenda is one of the serious diseases – cancer. It is important and necessary to talk about it, as many diseases are inherited and can strike at the very heart of the family. This information will help in prevention! Additionally, older family members often have interesting stories to tell about their experiences and family health history.

Interesting facts

It is noteworthy that:

• Before the invention of anesthesia, every surgical intervention was excruciating. American dentist William Morton pioneered the use of ether for pain relief. In 1846, his triumph took place – he removed a jaw tumor from a patient who was sleeping soundly. The event was witnessed by a large crowd of people.
• Until the 19th century, surgeons did not consider it necessary to wash their hands before surgery or disinfect instruments. As a result, many patients died from infections.
• Today, more than 450 million people worldwide are diagnosed with diabetes. For some, a full life is possible only with insulin. Previously, there was no treatment, leading to severe complications such as blindness, liver problems, and kidney issues.

How to take part

Make a delicious dinner and invite the family to the table. Call everyone who doesn’t live with you. On National Family Health History Day, there is a wonderful feeling that all relatives are close. If you are in different cities or countries, call via video – there are excellent options available that allow you to see each other!

When is National Family Health History Day in 2024?

National Family Health History Day is observed on the fourth Thursday in November each year.

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