September Health Observances

Suicide Prevention Month

• From the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), learn about the risk factors of suicide
• From the Health Advocate blog, find out how to address the issue of suicide in a caring, nonjudgmental way

National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 – October 15

• From the Health Advocate blog, learn about ways to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month

Fruits & Veggies More Matters Month

• From the Health Advocate blog, learn why you should really eat fruits and vegetables, ways you can enjoy produce this fall, tips to include more fruits and veggies in your diet, and the benefits of eating the rainbow of fruits and veggies

National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

• From the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), get tips to support your children and teens with healthy routines and find out how much physical activity your kids need to stay healthy
• From the Health Advocate blog, learn how to help your kids get fit with these family-centric physical activity ideas

National Recovery Month

• From the Health Advocate blog, here’s how to reduce stigma during National Recovery Month and how to take back control if you’re addicted to alcohol

National Cholesterol Education Month

• From the CDC, learn more about cholesterol here
• From the Health Advocate blog, find out if you’re due for a cholesterol screening

National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

• From the CDC, click here to learn more about prostate cancer and get a tip sheet that includes questions for you to ask your doctor.
• From the Health Advocate blog, find out if a prostate cancer screening is right for you

For organizations: From ZERO: The End of Prostate Cancer, check out their resource library that includes educational webinars, videos, and more.

Healthy Aging Month

• From Health.gov, check out these Move Your Way physical activity tips for older adults
• From the Health Advocate blog, use these tips to help your senior loved ones stay engaged, find out how to help your parents navigate aging, and read about ways to help maximize your aging loved ones’ independence

September 18 is National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day

• From HIV.gov, learn more about health issues and aging with HIV

September 27 is National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

• From Health.gov, learn about getting tested for HIV and get questions to ask your doctor about HIV testing

September 29 is World Heart Day

• • From the World Heart Federation, get quick tips to help you protect your heart
  • From the Health Advocate blog, learn about seven steps to a healthier heart