September Awareness

Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month: This is a major focus, with mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, and allies uniting to promote suicide prevention awareness throughout the month.

• Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: September is dedicated to raising awareness of childhood cancer, supporting affected families, and inspiring funding for research and treatment.

• Blood Cancer Awareness Month: This time highlights the millions impacted by blood cancers like lymphoma and leukemia, emphasizing research and support for patients and families.

• National Recovery Month: This celebrates the achievements of those in recovery from substance use disorders and mental health challenges, raising awareness about available support and resources.

• National Preparedness Month: This encourages and reminds Americans to be prepared for disasters and emergencies, both natural and man-made, and to develop family plans for such events.

• Hunger Action Month: This nationwide effort raises awareness about hunger in America and motivates action to combat poverty and food insecurity.

• Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: This month focuses on bringing awareness to prostate cancer, its risk factors, and the importance of early detection through screening options.

• Leukemia & Lymphoma Awareness Month: This initiative specifically highlights leukemia and lymphoma, types of blood cancers, emphasizing the importance of recognizing symptoms and seeking treatment

• Pain Awareness Month

• Newborn Screening Awareness Month

• Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

• Sickle Cell Awareness Month

• Sepsis Awareness Month

• Healthy Aging Month

• Sexual Health Awareness Month

• Hispanic Heritage Month (starts September 15th)

• Alopecia Areata Awareness Month

• National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month

• Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month

• Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month

• Self-Care Awareness Month

Birthstones for September Virgo & Libra 8/23-9/23

Sapphire:

• Symbolism:

  Known as a stone of wisdom, concentration, creativity, purity, and depth of thought. 

• Properties:

  Enhances insight, truth, and spiritual growth. It's believed to promote clear and positive thinking, aid in healing, and bring good luck. 

• Variations:

  While typically associated with blue, it can be found in a variety of colors, including yellow, orange, pink, purple, green, and clear. 

Lapis Lazuli:

• Symbolism: Promotes mental clarity, serenity, and self-mastery. 

• Properties: Said to connect individuals with the stars and heavens. It's also believed to offer protection and promote spiritual growth. 

• Historical Significance: Once a treasure of ancient royalty, it's been found in artifacts from ancient Egypt and Russia. 

Other Stones:

• Moss Agate:

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  This stone is linked to the Fall Equinox and harvest season. It's believed to cultivate abundance, balance, and connection to the Earth. 

• Agates:

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  In ancient Tibet, agates were considered September birthstones. They come in various types, each with unique benefits. 

• Carnelian:

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  While sometimes associated with September, it's more commonly linked to the Sacral Chakra and is known for expressing sexuality, emotions, and creativity. 

• Citrine:

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  Also associated with September, citrine is considered a stone of manifestation and abundance. 

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This is not a complete list. Do you know of anything else September is known for?