Use these graphics on your social media platforms in support of other July themes and observances. Below is a calendar of observances for all of July.
Social Wellness Month
Suggested social media message: #SocialWellness is critical to our well-being and relationships can offer critical support during challenging times. Take advantage of the summer months to foster genuine connections with those around you! https://www.militaryonesource.mil/national-guard/psychological-health-program/social-wellness/ #TFF
UV Safety Month
Suggested social media message: According to the CDC, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. Reduce your risk by limiting exposure to UV rays and taking protective measures such as wearing sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher, staying in the shade during midday hours, and wearing sunglasses. For more #summersafety tips, visit: https://health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Total-Force-Fitness/Environmental-Fitness/Summer-Safety #UVSafetyMonth #UVSafety #StaySafeandStayCool #SummerSafety
National Therapeutic Recreation Week (July 10-16)
Suggested social media message: National Therapeutic Recreation Week is dedicated to highlighting the importance of recreational activities in patient recovery. Military adaptive sports are critical to the physical and mental recovery of many service members and veterans: https://warriorcare.dodlive.mil/Care-Coordination/Military-Adaptive-Sports-Program/Warrior Care webpage
Air Force Medical Service Birthday (July 1)
Suggested social media message: Happy Birthday, @USAFMedicine! Thank you for 73 years of selfless service, sacrifice, and dedication to providing "Trusted Care, Anywhere." https://www.airforcemedicine.af.mil #AirForceMedicalService #AirForceMedicalServiceBirthday
Independence Day (July 4)
Suggested social media message: “Freedom is never given; it is won.” – A. Philip Randolph To all the service members, veterans, and their families who made incredible sacrifices for the freedom we’re celebrating today, #HappyFourthofJuly. #HappyFourthofJuly #IndependenceDay #RememberFireworkSafety
Veterans Affairs Birthday (July 21)
Suggested social media message: Happy Birthday to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs! #VA
U.S. Armed Forces Integration Anniversary (July 26)
Suggested social media message: “On July 26, 1948, President Harry Truman issued Executive Order 9981, formally abolishing discrimination "on the basis of race, color, religion or national origin" in U.S. Armed Forces. Today, we recognize that our diversity is our strength!”
Army Medical Corps/AMEDD Birthday (July 27)
Suggested social media message: Today, we celebrate 247 years of determination and innovation in military medicine and the U.S. Army’s mission. To the Army Medical Corps and the Army Medical Department, Happy Birthday. #ArmyMedicalCorps #ArmyMedicalCorpsBirthday #AMEDDBirthday
#AMEDD #ArmyMedicalDepartment Facebook: @GoArmyMed, @USArmy, @OfficialArmyMedicine Twitter: @ArmyMedicine, @USArmy, @GoArmyMed
World Hepatitis Day (July 28)
Suggested social media message: Nutrition plays a huge role in preventing and treating liver disease as well as getting tested, treated, and vaccinated. You can help #EndHep today. Learn more: https://www.health.mil/News/Articles/2021/07/19/What-to-Know-About-Hepatitis--its-Treatment-and-Prevention #WorldHepatitisDay #WorldHepatitisDay
Suggested social media message: Hepatitis A and B are viral disease that can cause long term damage to your liver. Fortunately, vaccines are available that lower your risk of infection if you are at risk! https://www.health.mil/Military-Health-Topics/Health-Readiness/Immunization-Healthcare/Vaccine-Preventable-Diseases/Hepatitis-A
International Friendship Day (July 30)
Suggested social media message: Your battle buddy can be your biggest asset. Make sure you check in with them on #InternationalFriendshipDay. #InternationalFriendshipDay