Health observances and events for September.

National Arthritis Month

The Arthritis Society is Canada's only not-for-profit organization devoted solely to funding and promoting arthritis research, programs and patient care. It has a national administrative office in Toronto, division offices in each province and nearly 1,000 community branches throughout Canada.
Supporting and providing research, patient care and public education programs that benefit the millions of Canadians with arthritis is no small task. But The Arthritis Society receives widespread support from tens of thousands of volunteers and donors across the country to help us achieve those goals. As a result, they are able offer help and hope to people with arthritis across the country. Learn more at http://www.arthritis.ca  

Ovarian Cancer Month

The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance allows women across the country to join together to take action and change the future for ovarian cancer. Help the Alliance identify and put in perspective the real issues you face. Visit http://www.ovariancancer.org

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Awareness Day – September 9

On the ninth minute of the ninth hour of the ninth day of the ninth month, we ask the world to remember that during the nine months of pregnancy, alcohol can be very dangerous to the baby. We also ask the world to remember the millions of people worldwide who will struggle lifelong with intellectual disabilities caused by prenatal alcohol.

Terry Fox Run - September 15

Terry Fox National School Run Day - September 26

A national fundraising opportunity for workplaces across Canada to raise money for cancer research. The Great Canadian Head Shave will see thousands of Canadians lose their locks for this important cause. To get your workplace or school involved, visit: http://www.terryfoxrun.org  

The Terry Fox Run commemmorates the Terry Fox Marathon of Hope and to date has raised over $400 million dollars for cancer reasearch. Across the world, individuals, schools and workplaces gather together to run for Terry and his dream. Learn more about how to get involved at: http://terryfoxrun.org  

Mens Cancer Awareness Month – September

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Canadian men. These cancers start in the glandular tissue of the prostrate. They are often slow-growing and can often be managed successfully. For more information on prevention and treatment, visit http://www.cancer.ca

World Alzheimer’s Day – September 21

Behind every person with Alzheimer's disease, there are hundreds of people dedicated to helping. The Alzheimer Society is the leading not-for-profit health organization working nationwide to improve the quality of life for Canadians affected by Alzheimer's disease and advance the search for the cause and cure. They are located in every province across Canada and in over 140 local communities. Discover more at http://www.alzheimer.ca