May 12 - June 16, 2013 National Family Month

National Family Month is celebrated every year from Mother's Day through Father's Day.
This year it runs from May 12 to June 16, 2013.

May 15, 2013 is the United Nations International Day of Families. 
The 2013 theme is "Advancing social integration
and intergenerational solidarity."

The Division for Social Policy and Development (DSPD) supports the worldwide observance of 15 May by preparing background information on the family for use by Governments, the UN system, including the regional commissions, and UN Information Centres and NGOs. An annual message of the Secretary-General is prepared for wide distribution.

"Families hold societies together, and intergenerational relationships extend this legacy over time. This year’s International Day of Families is an occasion to celebrate connections among all members of the constellation that makes up a family. It is also an opportunity to reflect on how they are affected by social and economic trends – and what we can do to strengthen families in response...."

International Day of Families, 

The Family Meal, a Tradition Celebrated Worldwide

Food Allergy Awareness Week May 12 -18, 2013

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) was founded in 1991 and is the world’s largest nonprofit organization providing information about food allergy to the media, schools, health professionals, pharmaceutical companies, the food industry, and government officials, as well as the food-allergic community.

FAAN’s mission is to raise public awareness, to provide advocacy and education, and to advance research on behalf of all those affected by food allergy and anaphylaxis.

Respect Every Bite

Food Allergy Bullying: It's Not a Joke

In 1997, FAAN created Food Allergy Awareness Week to educate others about food allergies, a potentially life threatening medical condition. This year they are celebrating the 15th annual Food Allergy Awareness Week (FAAW), May 12-18, 2013.

Food Allergy Awareness Week 

FAAN’s annual programs, include: Food Allergy Awareness Week, Food Allergy Conferences, Mariel C. Furlong Awards for Making a Difference, Food Allergy News for Kids Poster Contest, Teen Summit, Trick-or-Treat for Food Allergy, Walk for Food Allergy, Kids’ Congress on Capitol Hill.

Allergic? Don't Ignore The Fine Print

Teresa Beach, Registered Dietitian

For further information on FAAN, visit:
Websites: http://www.foodallergy.org/
http://www.faankids.org/
http://www.foodallergyevents.org/
Twitter: @FoodAllergy

YouTube Channel: FAANPAL

Contact Information:

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network

11781 Lee Jackson Hwy., Suite 160

Fairfax, VA 22033

(800) 929-4040 

http://www.foodallergy.org/

May 8 - June 19, 2011 National Family Month

May 8 - June 19, 2011 National Family Month

May 15, 2011 United Nations International Day of Families

The Pineapple Plus Family sings the classic
Partridge Family song

"Come On Get Happy"