Presidential Message on National Preparedness Month

Office of the First Lady This National Preparedness Month, my Administration recommits to ensuring that every American community has the resources and support they need and deserve, so that when disaster strikes, our State and Federal governments are prepared—and our citizens are safe and secure. Tragically, over the last year, natural disasters have ravaged nearly

Presidential Message on National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, we proudly stand alongside every heroic American mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter who is courageously battling ovarian cancer.  We solemnly remember the cherished loved ones whose lives were tragically cut short by this devastating disease.  Above all, we recommit to eradicating all forms of cancer, and to building a

Presidential Message on National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

During National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we send our unwavering support to the millions of American men and families who have faced prostate cancer with courage and resolve.  We recognize those undergoing treatment, acknowledge the resilience of survivors, pay tribute to those we have lost, and renew our commitment to defeating prostate cancer once and

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, our Nation stands with the thousands of families who face the tremendous challenges of childhood cancer.  We acknowledge their fortitude, faith, and unbreakable spirit—and we solemnly honor the memories of the precious young souls taken far too soon. Tragically, over the last 50 years, rates of child cancer have skyrocketed

Presidential Message on National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month

Every day, drug and alcohol addiction shatters families, destabilizes neighborhoods, derails careers, and steals the lives of countless Americans.  This National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month, my Administration reaffirms its commitment to standing alongside every person struggling with the heavy burdens of addiction—and to supporting their path to total and complete recovery with compassion,