MCNA recognizes and celebrates nationally observed months dedicated to raising and promoting awareness about health and making healthy choices. These months highlight a range of health concerns, but all of them encourage all people to take positive steps to improve their own health. Taking on healthier habits, like eating more fruits and vegetables and attending regular dentist and doctor visits, can all have a beneficial impact on oral health.

September is traditionally associated with children going back to school. This month has been dedicated to issues that are closely tied to the health of children:

• Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
• Fruits & Veggies - More Matters Month

Join us in recognizing the importance of the overall health of our children in addition to the health of their teeth and gums as they grow and develop. You can find a wealth of information on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services sponsored website, www.healthfinder.gov, about National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month and ways to bring awareness of this nationwide epidemic to your practice and your community. Please visit this link (http://healthfinder.gov/NHO/SeptemberToolkit.aspx) to access the webpages devoted to this important cause.