The month of September has many observances related to health, healthcare, and more. Here is a brief list of observances and helpful information to keep you in the know:
Food Safety Awareness Month
Foodborne illness, otherwise known as food poisoning, impacts about one in six people in the U.S. each year. Learn how you can keep yourself safe by avoiding unexpected sources of botulism—such as foil-wrapped baked potatoes that are cooled improperly—here.
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
Childhood obesity is on the rise. Fortunately, there are preventive strategies parents can implement to support their children’s healthy growth and development. Here are positive changes you can make to help combat this growing epidemic.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, raising awareness and support for the roughly 42 children in the U.S. who are diagnosed with cancer every day. From symptoms to risk factors, here’s what parents and guardians should know about pediatric cancer.
National Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide is a leading cause of death in the U.S., with suicide rates continuing to rise. By being educated on suicide risk factors, warning signs, and ways you can assist a friend or loved one contemplating suicide, you may help save a life. Learn more here.
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. Our experts offer these need-to-know tips for managing prostate health and managing your risk for prostate cancer.
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Ovarian cancer is the deadliest and second most common cancer of the female reproductive system. Learn about the symptoms you should watch for and how you can reduce your risk here.
Sept. 9: Health Empowerment Day
Are you ready to take charge of your health? Health Empowerment Day is here to encourage you to put your well-being at the top of your to-do list by scheduling a preventive screening or an appointment. Just select your doctor or a specialty, and choose a time that works for you.
Sept. 13-19: National Folic Acid Awareness Week
Folic acid benefits expectant parents—and, as it turns out, everyone else. Learn why this B vitamin is beneficial here.
Sept. 20-26: Child Passenger Safety Week
When it comes to keeping kids safe on the road, there are a few things you should know, the most important of which is to make sure your child is properly secured in an age-appropriate car or booster seat. If you’d like to double check whether your child is in the right car seat for their age, weight, height, and developmental level, come to one of LVHN’s in-person car seat checks.
Sept. 21: World Alzheimer’s Day
How are you sleeping? Regularly missing adequate quality sleep can raise the risk for a range of health issues, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more about why good quality sleep matters and some tips for getting a good night’s sleep here.
Sept. 29: World Heart Day
Cardiovascular disease affects men, women, and children of all ages — even those like Emily, age 29, an ultramarathon runner who had no history of heart problems prior to experiencing a heart attack. Here’s her story.
