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Breast Cancer Awareness, Free Cancer PDF Information, and ACS APP

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The American Cancer Society (ACS) encourages individuals and communities to actively promote cancer knowledge through education, advocacy, volunteering, and resource sharing so that everyone can prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer
Source: What We Do | American Cancer Society

Overview

October 1-31 is widely recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, marked by the pink ribbon and global campaigns promoting early detection and support. October also highlights liver cancer awareness, though breast cancer remains the most prominent focus.

Click the link below for free fact sheets you can download

About – American Cancer Society

Download the FREE ACS APP
ACS CARES® | American Cancer Society

Source: End Cancer As We Know It | American Cancer Society

All the best in Wellness!

AI Challenges and Learning Styles

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As you prepare to review the helpful use of AI for your children, these articles may be useful as well in guiding you through various applications and tools designed to enhance learning experiences. It is essential to consider how AI can contribute to your child’s development, offering personalized learning plans and interactive educational content that may foster engagement and curiosity about new subjects. To make informed decisions, click the links below, which will direct you to insightful articles and resources that discuss both the benefits and potential challenges of integrating AI into your child’s educational journey.

This is News You Can Use 🙂

The Impact of AI on Children’s Development | Harvard Graduate School of Education

Artificial Intelligence in Education | Harvard Graduate School of Education

How Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) Affect Children? – HealthyChildren.org

AI and Children – Children and Screens

JULY IS BIPOC MENTAL HEALTH MONTH

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What does BIPOC mean?

BIPOC, which stands for “Black, Indigenous, and People of Color,” is person-first language. It enables a shift away from terms like “marginalized” and “minority.”
Source: BIPOC Meaning: 9 FAQs About What It Means, Why It Matters, More

Bebe Moore Campbell was an advocate for Mental Health Awareness. This excerpt is from NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Bebe Moore Campbell was a literary trailblazer, who used her words in books including, “The 72-Hour Hold” and “Sometimes My Mommy Gets Angry,” to address the profound impact of racism, mental health and the enduring strength of culture, community and connections. However, her impact extended beyond her literary works.

She co-founded NAMI Urban Los Angeles and became a national change agent whose groundbreaking work revolutionized the way we approach mental health in underserved communities. She recognized and understood the detrimental consequences of silence rooted in stigma — one of the reasons for the lack of mental health care and treatment within communities of color.

Find FREE RESOURCES
Toolkits and Support at the links below:
BIPOC Mental Health Month | Mental Health America

2026 Mental Health Month Action Guide | Mental Health America

FREE
NAMI HelpLine | NAMI

All the best in Wellness!

What Does FREE APPs Mean?

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Oftentimes, we are looking for free apps that might help the production of our various projects and provide a meditation that could help us ‘calm down’ and more. These applications can serve as valuable tools, offering features like guided meditation sessions, soothing soundscapes, and productivity trackers that enhance our workflow. Well, a recent article that I found can give you some guidelines on what can be useful when selecting a ‘free’ app. It highlights several top-rated options. Take a look at the link below to discover the best free apps that might just elevate your productivity and well-being.

Scroll down to review the detailed chart in the article. 🙂

Best Free Apps 2026: 25 Picks (Android & iPhone)

BEAUTY TECH DEFINED AND AVAILABLE

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The Tech Beauty website offers a comprehensive blog detailing how AI is providing Virtual Try On – giving you an opportunity to “try before you buy”. There is a lot to explore with these tools. Click the link to learn more 🙂

Below is an explanation from their website:

What Is Beauty Tech – The Complete Guide 2026
There are numerous beauty tech solution providers available in the market. Selecting the right one depends on the specific type of solution you require for clients in beauty health and wellness industry. To make an informed decision, you should evaluate the effectiveness of Beauty Tech platforms, considering several useful criteria. Continue reading to explore what Perfect Corp. has to offer.

Stay beautiful 🙂

A FREE HEALTH APP WORTH KNOWING ABOUT

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I always share “News You Can Use.” If you read my blogs often you know that I research the www for useful information. Recently, I was searching on Google for tech tools that can be used for HEALTH issues. I found a free app called the Find Care App. You can read the details below. You might also want to install it on your phone for emergency health situations.

Photo by Polina Zimmerman on Pexels.com

Is the Find Care App Free?

Yes — the Find Care App is free to download and use. You can get it from the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android) without paying a subscription fee App Store+1.

The app, developed by Virtualtech Design LLC, is designed to help you search for healthcare providers such as hospitals, senior living communities, home health agencies, clinics, dental and vision care, rehab centers, and pharmacies App Store+1. It offers features like:

  • Search by location, ZIP code, or category
  • Interactive map with nearby results
  • Contact details, service info, and sometimes 360° virtual tours

Learn more about the Find Care App at the website link below:
Find Care App – Search, Compare & Discover Healthcare Facilities Near You

All the best in Wellness!

Earth Day Is Coming Soon!

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This year Earth Day will be celebrated April 22, 2026. However, you can participate in Earth Day every day! Let’s start with Spring Cleaning Sustainability Style. Below are some links you can explore for ideas of things we can all do together.

Earth Day 2026 | Theme, Activities, Events & Resources

Photo by Artem Podrez on Pexels.com

The environmental cost of junk mail
Junk Mail’s Environmental Impact: Waste, Deforestation, And Carbon Footprint Explained | ShunWaste

How to get rid of Junk Mail
How to Get Rid of Junk Mail for Good

Reducing junk mail is a tangible way to combat paper waste and mitigate deforestation. Individuals can take proactive steps by opting out of unsolicited mail through services that remove their names from marketing lists.

FYI –
Deforestation: Deforestation | Definition, History, Consequences, & Facts | Britannica

Blogs I Like 🙂
Sustainable Cleaning | The American Cleaning Institute (ACI)
Sustainable Cleaning Resources | The American Cleaning Institute (ACI)
Green Choice Lifestyle : Non-Toxic Living Blog
About – GreenCitizen

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All the best for Planet Wellness!

CELEBRATE MARCH 8TH and WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH 2026

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News you can use 🙂 with RESOURCES !

International Women’s Day 2026 Events

2026-Resource-Guide_Womens-History-Month.pdf

Celebrate Women’s History Month !

Women’s History Month Music on Spotify 🙂

FILMS TO WATCH 🙂

50 Films to Watch During Women’s History Month | Academy

APPS CREATED BY WOMEN 🙂

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‎Women’s History Month – App Store

Celebrate apps by and for women

Celebration Time!

SWEET BLACKBERRY FOUNDATION

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Thanks to Karyn Parsons creation of the Sweet Blackberry Foundation, Black History will no longer be hidden from anyone who wants to know and participate in learning about the rich and diverse contributions of African Americans to our country’s history and culture. By providing educational resources, engaging programs, and community outreach initiatives, the foundation strives to illuminate the many achievements and stories that have often been overlooked or marginalized. This vital work allows for a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs faced by African Americans throughout history. Learn more about the foundation and its ambitious goals at the links below, and consider joining the movement to celebrate and honor this significant aspect of our shared heritage.

MISSION
https://www.karyn-parsons.com/sweet-blackberry

There’s more to explore at the Sweet Blackberry stories link
https://www.youtube.com/@SweetBlackberryStories

FOR KIDS
https://www.sweetblackberry.org/for-kids

From the HISTORY Website
African American History is Everyone’s History !

KEY FIGURES IN BLACK HISTORY
https://www.history.com/videos/black-history-key-figures

Have you every heard about the Black Rosie’s?
https://www.history.com/articles/black-rosie-the-riveters-wwii-homefront-great-migration


February 28th African American New Stamp!
Harriet Powers stamp ceremony – USPS Employee News


KWANZAA and SUSTAINABILITY

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Kwanzaa Sustainable Climate Action

Today we celebrate the beginning of Kwanzaa! As the followers of Tech4Boomers already are aware, I am a Climate Advocate, and I am happy to share the quote about sustainability at this website https://knotzland.com/ourstory



“Just as Kwanzaa encourages unity within communities, Knotzland has unity with material resources. May the interconnectedness of all living beings foster a sense of responsibility for preserving the delicate balance of ecosystems in the New Year.“

In addition to exploring themes of unity, Kwanzaa serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of cultural heritage and community resilience, both of which are vital in our collective mission to combat climate change. You will be delighted with what you find on the blog as it also focuses on Black Sustainability in the Arts, weaving together the threads of culture, creativity, and environmental stewardship. Click the link below to immerse yourself in diverse perspectives that highlight the innovative ways artists and activists are promoting sustainable practices within the Black community:
https://knotzland.com/blog/2024/2/1/celebrating-black-sustainability-in-the-arts

Learn more at the links below:

Learn about Professor Maulana-Karenga the Creator of Kwanzaa:

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Maulana-Karenga

Read about the Black Church mission and Environmental Challenges
https://www.greenthechurch.org/our-mission-v2

Climate Action Plans https://www.forbes.com/sites/marshallshepherd/2025/12/26/how-7-principles-of-kwanzaa-lay-out-a-climate-action-plan/

All the best in Wellness for our Planet!