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September 2025

Our health observances data are adapted from a number of sources: (1) the World Health Organisation; (2) the Caribbean Public Health Agency; and (3) a variety of Jamaican and United States healthcare organisations.

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Food Safety Education Month

Every year, thousands of people get sick and are hospitalised after eating contaminated food.

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Sickle Cell Awareness Month

The most common type of sickle cell disease is sickle cell anaemia. It is an inherited disorder.

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Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Ovarian cancer is a growth of cells that forms in the ovaries. The cells multiply quickly and can invade and destroy healthy body tissue.

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Healthy Aging Month

Several factors influence health aging such as exercise, a healthy diet, going to the doctor regularly, and taking care of our mental health.

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Cholesterol Awareness Month

High cholesterol is a condition that can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

While some types of prostate cancer grow slowly and may need minimal or even no treatment, other types are aggressive and can spread quickly.

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Days to Note:

September 4

 

September 8 - 14

September 13

September 16 - 20

September 21

September 23 - 27

September 25

September 25

September 29

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