Tools & Resources
Every month we share a guide to next month’s Healthcare Awareness Observations. It includes easy-to-access, curated resources you can use to implement internal or external awareness campaigns.
September’s healthcare observations are packed with national rehabilitation awareness, food safety information, and suicide prevention initiatives.
The following list will help you align your internal education, social media, and community outreach campaigns.
September Healthcare Awareness
Monthly Healthcare Awareness Observations
- National Recovery Month
sponsored by: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Tagline: #NationalRecoveryMonth
National Recovery Month is observed each September to celebrate the gains made by individuals in recovery from substance use and mental health disorders while promoting evidence-based treatment and recovery support services. Led by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the campaign emphasizes that recovery is possible and highlights the role healthcare providers, families, and communities play in supporting long-term recovery. SAMHSA provides campaign resources, educational materials, and partner content that healthcare organizations can incorporate into awareness efforts, patient education, and community outreach. - Sepsis Awareness Month
sponsored by: Sepsis Alliance
Tagline: #15YearsOfSAM
Observed each September, Sepsis Awareness Month raises awareness of sepsis as a life-threatening medical emergency resulting from the body’s response to infection. Led by Sepsis Alliance, the campaign encourages early recognition, rapid treatment, and education for both clinicians and the public. Campaign resources include downloadable graphics, educational materials, patient stories, and social media content that healthcare organizations can use to promote awareness and improve patient outcomes. - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
sponsored by: American Childhood Cancer Organization (ACCO)
Tagline: #GoGold
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is recognized each September to increase awareness of pediatric cancers, honor children and families affected by childhood cancer, and encourage support for research and improved treatments. The American Childhood Cancer Organization leads annual awareness campaigns centered around the Gold Ribbon symbol and provides educational resources, downloadable graphics, advocacy materials, and social media content that organizations can use throughout the month. - Blood Cancer Awareness Month
sponsored by: Lymphoma Research Foundation
Tagline: #BloodAwarenessMonth
Blood Cancer Awareness Month highlights leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and other blood cancers while promoting education, research, and patient support. The Lymphoma Research Foundation provides educational resources, patient information, advocacy opportunities, and awareness materials that healthcare organizations can use to support patients, caregivers, and community education throughout September. - National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
sponsored by: The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.
Tagline: #SickleCellAwarenessMonth
National Sickle Cell Awareness Month increases awareness of sickle cell disease and the challenges faced by individuals and families living with this inherited blood disorder. The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America works throughout September to promote education, advocacy, improved access to care, and research. Healthcare organizations can use campaign resources to support patient education, encourage screening, and raise awareness within their communities. - Healthy Aging® Month
sponsored by: Healthy Aging®
Tagline: “Curiosity Has No Age Limit”
Healthy Aging® Month encourages adults to make positive lifestyle changes that support healthy aging through physical activity, preventive care, nutrition, and social engagement. The observance provides an opportunity for healthcare organizations to promote healthy aging initiatives, preventive screenings, chronic disease management, and wellness education for older adults. - National Food Safety Education Month
sponsored by: Partnership for Food Safety Education
Tagline: #NFSM #DayofAction #FoodSafety
National Food Safety Education Month raises awareness about safe food handling practices and the prevention of foodborne illness. Led by the Partnership for Food Safety Education, the campaign promotes practical food safety guidance for consumers, healthcare professionals, educators, and community organizations. Educational materials and campaign resources are made available to support public health outreach and preventive education. - World Alzheimer’s Month
sponsored by: Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI)
Tagline: “The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia Diagnosis Matters.”
World Alzheimer’s Month is observed each September to raise global awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia while challenging stigma and encouraging earlier diagnosis and support. Established by Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI), the month-long campaign brings together healthcare organizations, advocacy groups, caregivers, and policymakers to promote brain health, improve dementia care, and support individuals living with dementia and their families. ADI develops an annual campaign theme along with a comprehensive campaign hub featuring downloadable graphics, social media resources, educational materials, advocacy tools, and participation guides that healthcare organizations can use throughout September.
Weekly Healthcare Awareness Observations
- National Suicide Prevention Week (September 6-12, 2026)
sponsored by: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Tagline: #NationalSuicidePreventionWeek #shareNIMH
National Suicide Prevention Week is observed each September to raise awareness of suicide prevention, reduce stigma surrounding mental health, and encourage individuals to seek help when needed. Led by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and supported by mental health organizations nationwide, such as The National Institute of Mental Health, the campaign promotes education, advocacy, and community engagement. Annual resources include social media graphics, educational materials, event guides, and awareness campaigns that healthcare organizations can use to support behavioral health initiatives and staff education. - National Assisted Living Week® (September 13-19, 2026)
sponsored by: American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL)
Tagline: “Shining Through the Years”
National Assisted Living Week® recognizes the residents, caregivers, families, and professionals who support assisted living communities across the country. Established by the National Center for Assisted Living in 1995, the annual observance celebrates the important role assisted living plays in promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life for older adults. AHCA/NCAL provides annual celebration themes, promotional materials, activity ideas, and downloadable resources that organizations can incorporate into recognition events and social media campaigns. - Environmental Services (EVS) Week (September 13-19, 2026)
sponsored by: Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE)
Tagline: #EVSWeek
Environmental Services Week recognizes the essential contributions of environmental services professionals who help maintain clean, safe, and healing healthcare environments. Coordinated by the Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE), the observance highlights infection prevention, environmental safety, and the critical role EVS teams play in patient care. Campaign resources include recognition materials, themed gifts, celebration ideas, and downloadable resources that hospitals and healthcare organizations can use throughout the week. - National Rehabilitation Awareness Week (September 14-20, 2026)
sponsored by: National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation (NRAF)
Tagline: #PowerOfMedicalRehab
National Rehabilitation Awareness Week highlights the important role rehabilitation professionals play in helping individuals recover from illness, injury, surgery, and disabling conditions. The observance recognizes physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physiatrists, rehabilitation nurses, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams. Campaign resources include educational materials, patient success stories, and promotional content that organizations can use to recognize rehabilitation professionals and educate their communities about rehabilitation services. - Falls Prevention Awareness Week (September 21-25, 2026)
sponsored by: National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Tagline: #FallsFree #StayHealthy #FallsPreventionAwarnessWeek #FPAW26
Falls Prevention Awareness Week raises awareness about preventing falls among older adults and promoting healthy aging through education, balance improvement, medication management, and home safety. Coordinated by the National Council on Aging and partner organizations, the campaign encourages healthcare providers and community organizations to educate older adults and caregivers about reducing fall risk. Annual campaign materials include educational resources, social media graphics, planning guides, and outreach tools.
Daily Healthcare Awareness Observations
- World Suicide Prevention Day – September 10
sponsored by: International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
Tagline: “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”
World Suicide Prevention Day is observed annually on September 10 to raise awareness that suicide is preventable and to encourage action through education, advocacy, and access to mental health resources. Coordinated by the International Association for Suicide Prevention in partnership, the campaign reaches communities around the globe through annual themes and awareness initiatives. Campaign resources include downloadable graphics, social media assets, educational materials, and event planning resources that healthcare organizations can use to support behavioral health awareness and suicide prevention efforts. - World Lymphoma Awareness Day – September 15
sponsored by: Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF)
Tagline: #WorldLymphomaAwarenessDay
World Lymphoma Awareness Day is observed annually on September 15 to raise awareness of lymphoma, one of the most common blood cancers, and to educate the public about its signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Recognized as part of Blood Cancer Awareness Month, the observance highlights the importance of early detection, advances in research, and support for individuals living with lymphoma. The Lymphoma Research Foundation provides educational resources, patient information, advocacy opportunities, and awareness materials that healthcare organizations can use to promote education and support throughout the campaign. - World Patient Safety Day – September 17
sponsored by: World Health Organization (WHO)
Tagline: “Safe care for life!”
World Patient Safety Day was established by the World Health Organization to increase awareness of patient safety and encourage healthcare systems to reduce preventable harm. Each year, WHO selects a global theme that focuses on improving healthcare quality and strengthening safe care practices. The campaign includes an international toolkit with key messages, downloadable graphics, promotional materials, and social media assets that hospitals, health systems, and healthcare organizations can use to support patient safety initiatives. - National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day – September 18
sponsored by: The AIDS Institute and HIV.gov
Tagline: #HIVandAging
National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day highlights the unique healthcare needs of older adults living with HIV while encouraging routine testing, prevention, and access to quality care. The observance also raises awareness that advances in treatment have allowed many individuals with HIV to live longer, healthier lives. Campaign materials include educational resources, partner messaging, social media graphics, and public health information that healthcare organizations can incorporate into awareness efforts. - World Alzheimer’s Day – September 21
sponsored by: Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI)
Tagline: #DementiaDiagnosisMatters #AlzheimerDiagnosisMatters #EarlyDiagnosisMatters
World Alzheimer’s Day is observed each September 21 as part of World Alzheimer’s Month to increase understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia while promoting early diagnosis, research, and support for caregivers. Alzheimer’s Disease International coordinates the global campaign and provides awareness materials, educational resources, downloadable graphics, and advocacy content that organizations can use throughout September. - World Pharmacists Day – September 25
sponsored by: International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP)
Tagline: “Empowering pharmacists for healthier futures”
World Pharmacists Day celebrates pharmacists and the important role they play in improving health outcomes through medication management, patient counseling, disease prevention, and public health services. Organized by the International Pharmaceutical Federation, the annual campaign features a global theme, promotional graphics, educational resources, and advocacy materials that healthcare organizations can use to recognize pharmacists and pharmacy teams. - World Rabies Day – September 28
sponsored by: Global Alliance for Rabies Control (GARC)
Tagline: “Stronger Together”
World Rabies Day raises awareness of rabies prevention, vaccination, and global efforts to eliminate human deaths from dog-mediated rabies. Coordinated by the Global Alliance for Rabies Control, the campaign encourages collaboration among healthcare providers, veterinarians, public health professionals, and communities. Campaign resources include educational materials, social media graphics, posters, and community outreach tools that organizations can use to support awareness and prevention efforts. - World Heart Day – September 29
sponsored by: The World Heart Federation
Tagline: “Don’t Miss a Beat”
World Heart Day is observed annually to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease, the world’s leading cause of death, and to encourage heart-healthy lifestyles. Led by the World Heart Federation, the campaign promotes prevention, early detection, and management of cardiovascular conditions through education and advocacy. Annual campaign resources include social media graphics, educational materials, promotional videos, and community engagement tools that healthcare organizations can adapt for outreach and awareness initiatives.
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