National Skin Cancer Detection & Prevention Month
May is National Skin Cancer Detection & Prevention Month. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. When used consistently, sunscreen can prevent skin cancer. Although anyone can develop skin cancer, some people are at an increased risk.
Check for abnormal moles using our “ABC’s of Melanoma Identification” widget at our Sun Safety webpage. Also available is our ready-to-go bulletin board kit about tanning.
Bike to Work and School Day
The Wabash River Cycling Club is having a short rally on Friday, May 17, 7:30 am, at the City Bus turnaround at 11th and Main St, Lafayette, or the West Lafayette Farmers Market parking lot, next to Arni Cohen Field for “Ride Your Bike to Work and School Day.” This event promotes the many benefits of biking to work and school: Regular exercise, reduced traffic congestion and parking problems, reduced carbon emissions from internal combustion engines, and a more bicycle-friendly community. Refreshments provided!
National Nurses Week
National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6, also known as National Nurses Day, through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. SWO salutes its colleagues in Nursing for their service and professionalism. Congratulations!