Educate and energize your co-workers with National Health Observances (NHOs). NHOs are special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics.
Download and share monthly wellness newsletters to deliver the essential information your employees and clients need so you can stay focused on your essential work – designing work for well-being.
Download the full list of 2025 health observance topics for your Well Balanced resource and start planning your wellness initiatives!
Download the 2026 Well Balanced Observances Calendar.
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Well Balanced Monthly Observance Toolkit
The Wellness Alliance provides members access to monthly Well Balanced Toolkits! Each toolkit is focused on on a timely and relevant health observance.
In addition to the regular Well Balanced newsletter, enjoy supplemental resources that make it even easier than ever to deliver essential health and wellness information to your employees and clients. Created to be shared, each resource contains helpful tips, tools and resources that empower individuals to reach their optimal health and wellness goals.
Toolkits Include:
- Downloadable Well Balanced PDF
- Downloadable Well Balanced flier
- Customizable email templates
- Ready-to-share social media posts
January
Improving Health & Staying Healthy
To many, the New Year signifies a fresh start, and it is a common time to make resolutions for the year ahead. If you have a goal to improve your health, knowing how to start may feel overwhelming.
February
Reducing Sodium to Improve Heart Health
Cardiovascular disease refers to conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. Among these conditions, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S.
March
Portion Control and Mindfulness Eating
Mindful eating is a strategy that can help create a healthier relationship with food by bringing awareness to what you eat and drink.
April
Laughing Your Way Towards Less Stress
Everyone experiences stress. It is a normal and unavoidable part of
being human. Stress can be both positive and negative, and managing it effectively can improve physical and mental well-being.
Whether you’re building your worksite wellness program from the ground up or looking to evaluate and enhance your current program — Wellness Alliance has the tools, resources, and training to help you succeed.
May
Sleep Hygiene For Mental Health
Getting enough sleep is one of the best things you can do for your mental health and overall well-being.
June
Healthy Habits for Optimal Brain Health
There’s no better time to emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
July
Healthy Habits for Hot Weather
To prevent heat-related illness, it’s important to know your risks, practice healthy habits, and understand the signs and symptoms.
August
Grief Awareness
Grief is a natural emotional response to loss. Grief is a normal part of life, and the grieving experience is unique to each individual.
September
Suicide Prevention
Language is a powerful tool in supporting mental health and preventing suicide.
October
Breast Cancer and Liver Cancer Awareness
Together, these two cancers impact hundreds of thousands of people each year. With greater awareness and education people can make more informed decisions to take control of their health.
November
National Family Caregiver Month
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize the more than 53 million family caregivers who provide unpaid care and support for older adults and people with disabilities in the United States.
December
Navigating Holiday Stress
Trying to balance the holiday demands of gifts, parties, family commitments, and more, all while managing regular responsibilities, can quickly become overwhelming.
Check back every month for your next Well Balanced Monthly Observance.
