June Is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month (2025)
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, along with several other important healthcare observances like Cancer Survivors Month and World Blood Donor Day.
As June unfolds, it's important to recognize and support those affected by serious health conditions. Today, we're sharing ways to get involved and support this month's healthcare observances.
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month is observed annually each June. The goal of this healthcare observance is to help spread information about Alzheimer's disease and brain health and its impacts on those suffering as well as their families.
Alzheimer's disease slowly eats away at our memories and minds, leading to a need for long-term care. There is currently no known cure for Alzheimer's and other types of dementia.
Alzheimer's affects more than 7 million people in the United States, and this number is expected to grow to over 13 million in the next 30 years as the population continues to age and live longer.
The goal of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month is to encourage people to take responsibility for their brain health and incorporate healthier habits to prevent or delay cognitive decline and Alzheimer's.
Some of the most effective measures you can take today to delay the onset of or prevent Alzheimer's are as simple as exercising more, getting enough sleep, and eating a healthy, balanced diet. These lifestyle changes will improve your brain health and all other areas of your health.
If you notice symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease in yourself or a loved one, it's essential to get support right away. An early diagnosis can potentially help slow the progression of cognitive decline and memory loss. Some memory care medications are only effective for those in the early stages of dementia.
Some common early warning signs of Alzheimer's include:
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Memory loss that disrupts daily life.
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Challenges or decline of problem-solving skills.
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Confusion of time, place, or people.
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Forgetting recent conversations or events.
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Misplacing items with little ability to retrace steps.
You can show your support for Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month by wearing purple and sharing your story or spreading awareness either in-person or online with the hashtag #endalz.
You can also get involved as a volunteer or donor. There are several events, volunteer opportunities, and online movements to help advocate for Alzheimer's disease awareness.
It’s also worth mentioning that most individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementia will need long-term care services and supervision. These costs are not paid for by traditional health insurance or Medicare, both of which only pay for short-term skilled services, not help with activities of daily living.
Long-Term Care Insurance covers all your personal care needs, including memory care. However, you can't start a new Long-Term Care Insurance policy if you already need care.
Instead, you need to plan ahead by purchasing an LTC Insurance policy early while you're in relatively good health. If Alzheimer's runs in your family, taking the steps above to remain in good health and planning ahead for long-term care with LTC Insurance is essential.
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National Cancer Survivors Month
June is National Cancer Survivors Month. In the U.S. alone, there are 18.1 million cancer survivors. Thanks to breakthroughs in cancer research, scientists and doctors are able to help more people fight this disease each year.
National Cancer Survivors Month aims to honor cancer survivors by helping them share their stories and raising support for those struggling with cancer or the implications of surviving cancer.
You can support cancer survivors during the month of June in so many ways, whether its donations, volunteering, or using hashtags #CelebrateSurvivorship and #NationalCancerSurvivorMonth. Any bit of support and awareness helps.
There are National Cancer Survivors Month events happening online on June 10th and 12th, where you can show your support, listen to cancer survivor stories, and engage in the cancer survivor community.
National Aphasia Awareness Month
One of the possibly lesser-known June observances is National Aphasia Awareness Month. Aphasia is a condition that affects stroke and brain injury survivors.
Aphasia makes it difficult for affected individuals to communicate, affecting speaking, listening, and language comprehension.
The condition affects around 2 million Americans, and complete recovery isn’t common, although sometimes symptoms do improve.
The goal of Aphasia Awareness Month is to help people learn about the condition. Most Americans claim they’ve never heard of it, even though it affects such a large amount of the population.
The best way to participate is to spread education and information online. To do this, use the hashtag #aphasiaawareness on social media platforms.
Other Monthly June Healthcare Campaigns
June hosts several other healthcare campaigns, including:
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Cytomegalovirus Awareness Month: Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common illness that can cause serious problems for pregnant women, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems. This month aims to raise awareness about this preventable disease to improve health nationally.
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Scleroderma Awareness Month: Scleroderma is an incurable autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and skin thickening. This observance aims to spread awareness and education about the condition.
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Cataract Awareness Month: Cataracts cause cloudiness in the eye and are the leading cause of blindness worldwide. The month of June is dedicated to raising support and awareness for people with vision loss due to cataracts. It also aims to show that treatment like cataract surgery is available and effective at treating the condition.
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Hernia Awareness Month: A hernia is a painful condition in which an organ or tissue protrudes through weak muscle, causing discomfort and other symptoms. The goal of Hernia Awareness Month is to inform people about the signs of hernias and help them get treatment.
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Scoliosis Awareness Month: Scoliosis is when the spine curves in a way that may cause pain or impair breathing. This awareness month aims to help people identify and prevent scoliosis, as early treatment can help young people avoid pain down the road.
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Men’s Health Month: The goal of Men’s Health Month is to raise awareness about men’s health, such as prostate cancer and mental health issues, and encourage men to stay healthy. Men are less likely than women to seek out medical support or preventative care. This month encourages men to get regular checkups and reach out for help if needed, especially with mental health.
Along with monthly campaigns, June also has a few specific single-day observances, including:
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World Sickle Cell Day: Sickle cell disease is a group of blood disorders that cause pain and potentially fatal complications such as stroke. Observed on June 19th, World Sickle Cell Day aims to increase awareness and understanding of those struggling with sickle cell disease. Each year has a new theme; this year’s theme is “Global Action, Local Impact: Empowering Communities for Effective Self-Advocacy.”
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National HIV Testing Day: National HIV Testing Day is observed on June 27th. This observance first started in the U.S. in 1995, with the goal of helping reduce stigma around the disease and encourage people to get tested and treated.
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World Blood Donor Day: Observed internationally on June 14th and started by the World Health Organization, World Blood Donor Day offers a great opportunity to save a life. This observance commemorates donors and spreads awareness about the importance of safe blood donations and their uses worldwide.
Showing Your Support This June
There are so many observances to support each June, whether it's cancer survivors, those with memory loss or Alzheimer's, or blood donors. One of the best things you can do to show your support is to spread awareness with hashtags and posts on social media.
Another great way to get involved is to look for events and volunteer opportunities in your area. If you're more interested in helping financially, many of these campaigns encourage donations to help them continue to spread their message.
Regardless of how you celebrate this June, what's most important is spreading awareness and education about these national health observances. The best way to help yourself and others is to simply practice continuous education on healthcare topics.
LTC News can help you learn about healthcare under the niche of long-term care. You can read some of our resources linked below to start your long-term care educational journey:
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How To Prevent or Delay Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease – Preventing Dementia or Alzheimer’s isn’t always possible, but there are several steps you can take to delay the onset and improve your risk of cognitive decline. This article explains diet and lifestyle changes you can make today to live a healthier, possibly dementia-free life.
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What Is Long-Term Care? – Long-term care is the need for help with activities of daily living expected to last longer than 90 days. Anyone can need long-term care at any point, but what makes learning about long-term care so important?
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Who Needs Long-Term Care Insurance? – Long-Term Care Insurance is a fantastic way to plan for your long-term care needs, including the need for help with dementia, cancer, and aphasia. But is LTC Insurance right for you? This article explores who needs coverage and why it's important to plan sooner rather than later.
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Assisted Living and Memory Care Facilities – Many Americans with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia need extensive long-term care provided in a memory care facility. In this guide, you’ll learn what memory care facilities are and why they’re essential for those with dementia.
If you or your loved one currently need long-term care and are struggling to find it, LTC News’s Care Directory may be able to help. Our tool can help you find high-quality long-term care facilities and caregiving services close to home.
