When people think of cancer, they may immediately think of some of the types that get a lot of publicity, like lung cancer or breast cancer. However, more people should be aware that skin cancers are by far the most common types of cancers, and 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer before reaching 70 […]
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Arthritis Facts to Help Raise Awareness
Did you know that arthritis is the #1 cause of disability in the U.S.? If you didn’t, you’re certainly not alone. Many people underestimate the prevalence and severity of arthritis if it’s not something they regularly encounter. To help promote some awareness of this cause, we wanted to share some facts for May, which has […]
4 Common Autism Myths
As autism diagnoses have been on the rise for many years, many more people are now aware of autism than in the past. However, along with this increased awareness, lots of people also have mistaken beliefs about autism. This Autism Awareness Month, we wanted to briefly explore some of these autism myths so that readers […]
Autism Awareness Day – We’ve Come a Long Way
April 2nd of this year marked the 12th Annual Autism Awareness Day. In honor of the occasion, we wanted to present some autism facts and give thanks to those who are dedicating their lives to helping individuals with autism. What is Autism? Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a neural development disorder. It is often characterized by […]
Colorectal Cancer Facts to Boost Awareness
For too long, colorectal cancer wasn’t talked about nearly enough, especially given its significant impact on so many families. That started to change two decades ago when groups began advocating for increased awareness and research. March is now designated as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, providing a chance for people to inform themselves about this form […]
5 Cancer Prevention Tips to Help Reduce Your Risk
February is National Cancer Prevention Month, so we wanted to bring you some cancer prevention tips. Given cancer’s prevalence in society, if you or a loved one hasn’t faced it, you almost certainly know someone else close who has been affected. As scary and sometimes mysterious as cancer can be, the scientific community has established […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers among women, so chances are you know someone whose life has been affected. While doctors and medical researchers have worked hard to introduce new treatments and medicines which have reduced the mortality rates of breast cancer, its effect on the lives of millions is still […]
Go Teal for Ovarian Cancer Awareness
According to the American Cancer Society, over 22,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every year. 1 in 72 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in her lifetime. If that number isn’t shocking enough, the same cancer is the 5th deadliest cancers among women. This disease is claiming so many women every day and […]
Help Spread Autism Awareness
Mark your calendars, April is Autism Awareness Month. Here at MyWalkGear.com we are trying to spread the word of the fastest growing developmental disorder in the U.S. Share this infographic with your friends and family to raise awareness! MyWalkGear.com carries thousands of different cause related designs for the whole family. Personalized Autism Awareness Athletic […]
Think Purple for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
This November, you will see a host of purple ribbons. This is the color awareness ribbon for Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s affects as many as 5.1 million Americans. It’s the most common form of dementia among adults. It is a progressive neurological disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. People with Alzheimer’s have memory loss […]