Articles by Ana Maria Guzman Borrero

Happy Juneteenth!

Juneteenth, a portmanteau of “June” and “nineteenth,” is a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It marks June 19, 1865,…


Pride Month

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Pride Month is celebrated each year in the month of June. Pride Month is an annual observance designed…


PTSD Awareness Month

June brings PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) Awareness Month, highlighting this mental health condition that develops after terrifying, life-threatening events like combat, disasters, accidents or assault….


Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise conversations about brain health, Alzheimer’s, and other dementias affecting 50 million people globally and…


Caribbean American Heritage Month

Established by Presidential Proclamation in 2006, June honors the vibrant culture and invaluable contributions of Caribbean Americans through the annual Caribbean American Heritage Month celebration….



National Nurse’s Week

Every year from May 5th to 11th, nurses are recognized for their service and dedication to caring for others and improving the health of patients nationwide…


Mental Health Awareness Month

May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, an annual observance dating back to 1949 that serves as a key initiative for raising awareness and…


May is Military Appreciation Month

National Military Appreciation Month falls in May each year. It is a time designated to honor and recognize the contributions, sacrifices, and service of the members of the…