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September 2024 is a big busy month for health, wellbeing and environmental awareness, with many events taking place across a wide range for important causes. From Suicide Prevention day to World Contraception day, there's a host of fun and impactful events, celebrations and campaigns to raise awareness and enhance physical health and mental wellbeing throughout your workforce.

Below, we've put together a comprehensive list of events and key dates that are part of health and wellbeing campaigns, so HR professionals can know exactly what's coming up, when, and how to get involved 💜

Check out our 2024 calendar!

Awareness campaigns running throughout the month

Blood cancer awareness Month

Every September, Blood Cancer Awareness Month takes place to raise awareness and the profile of blood cancer. Many believe that blood cancer doesn't receive the attention other types of cancer do, and that there is a need to highlight the impact it can have on individuals, families and communities.

Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month

This month is dedicated to raising awareness about cancers affecting the female reproductive system, including ovarian, cervical, and uterine cancers.

PCOS Awareness Month

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects around 8-13% of people of reproductive age worldwide, and it's estimated that 70% of affected people remain undiagnosed.

Urology Awareness Month

A monthlong campaign to educate the public about urological health conditions and promote early detection and treatment.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

An international events designed to raise awareness around childhood cancers and raise funds for the families of individuals effected.

Visit this page for more information on how to get involved.

World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

An international campaign that takes place every September  around, educate, encourage support of and demystifydementia. If you want to offer your support or find out how to getinvolved, the World Alzheimer’s society website has some great events and ideas!

Awareness events taking place in September

Migraine Awareness Week (1^st-7^th September)

According to the WHO, migraines are one of the most serious disabling medical conditions and affect 1 in 7 people. Find out how you can get involved and help spread awareness here.

World Suicide Prevention Day (10^th September)

An annual event introduced to raise awareness around mental and emotional health issues, and take action to prevent suicides worldwide.

National Coeliac Disease Day (13th September)

An annual awareness campaign to raise awareness around coeliac disease and other gluten-related issues.

Sexual Health Week (9^th-15^th September)

A week dedicated to promoting sexual health and wellbeing, including education, awareness, and access to treatment, resources and services.

WorldPatient Safety Day (17th September)

World Patient Safety Day is a day which calls for countries, communities, caregivers and families to show their commitment to better patient safety.

National Fitness Day (20^th September)

A chance to highlight the importance of physical activity on peoples health. Discover what’s taking place this year here!

National Eye Health Awareness Week (23^rd-29^th)

World Contraception Day (26^th September)

An annual campaign to improve awareness of contraception and make sureeveryone has access to safe, effective, and affordable methods of birth control.