06/04/2026
💙💚🧡 June is National Dysphagia Awareness Month 💙💚🧡
Did you know that swallowing is one of the most complex functions our bodies perform? It involves the coordinated work of muscles and nerves from the mouth to the stomach—and most of us do it hundreds of times each day without even thinking about it.
For individuals living with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), eating, drinking, and even taking medications can be challenging and sometimes unsafe. Dysphagia can affect people of all ages and may occur as a result of stroke, neurological conditions, cancer treatment, head and neck disorders, or developmental differences.
Speech-Language Pathologists play a vital role in evaluating and treating swallowing disorders, helping patients improve safety, nutrition, hydration, and quality of life.
This month, we join others across the country in raising awareness about dysphagia and the importance of early identification and intervention.
👉 What's a daily activity you couldn't imagine having to relearn?
