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Bio-Rad Multicultural Calendar, May 2024

May 8, 2024

At Bio-Rad, we publish a monthly Multicultural Calendar of events that are commonly celebrated in the United States. Our goal is to feature a variety of events that help bring cultural awareness to various groups' histories, traditions, and accomplishments while also highlighting events important to us both as a company and a community.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Month: All May

Sometimes referred to as Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month, this annual event held each May celebrates the important role that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) have played in our shared history. To learn more, click here. 

Mental Health Awareness Month: All May

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a good reminder to focus on the importance of mental health and its impact on our well-being. Mental health conditions can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, or income level. The good news is that mental health conditions are treatable. For tips and resources for Mental Health Awareness Month, click here! 

Memorial Day: May 27

Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in service of the United States of America. Borne out of the Civil War, which ended in 1865, General John Logan (the national commander of the Grand Army of the republic) officially proclaimed it in his General Order No. 11 on May 5, 1868. To learn more about the history and meaning of Memorial Day, click here. 

Other Featured Holidays in May

National Teachers' Appreciation Week: May 6 - May 10

Teachers' Appreciation Week is a special time each year to honor and appreciate teachers' contributions and their impact on individuals and communities. Click here to learn more. 

National Hospital Week: May 12-18

National Hospital Week was established by the American Hospital Association to shine a spotlight on our many hospitals, health systems, and health care workers who strive to save lives daily. Click here to learn more. 

World Autoimmune Arthritis Day: May 20

World Autoimmune Arthritis Day on May 20 was conceived by the International Autoimmune Arthritis Movement (I.A.A.M.) to raise awareness about autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases that manifest with arthritis. Click here to learn more. 

Jewish American Awareness Month: All May 

The more than 350-year history of Jewish American Heritage has given us names like Albert Einstein and Ruth Bader Ginsburg — both of whom fought through hard times to emerge victoriously. To learn more about this month of celebration and awareness, click here. 

Lyme Disease Awareness Month: All May

May is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a chance for Lyme patients, activists and educators to spread information on how to prevent Lyme and tick-borne diseases. Click here to learn more. 

Military Appreciation Month: All May 

May is Military Appreciation Month, a special time to honor and recognize the contributions, sacrifices, and service of members of the armed forces. Click here to learn more.