Resources.

Narcolepsy

A chronic sleep disorder causing overwhelming daytime drowsiness and sudden sleep attacks. Often misunderstood and misdiagnosed for years.

• Wake Up Narcolepsy
• Narcolepsy Networkeducational

Year-round

Migraine

A neurological disease causing intense, disabling headaches and symptoms like aura, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound.

• American Migraine Foundation

Year-round

POTS / Dysautonomia

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome — a form of dysautonomia causing rapid heartbeat, dizziness, and fatigue upon standing.

• Dysautonomia International

Year-round

Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

If you are struggling or in crisis, you are not alone. Free, confidential support is available 24/7. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text 988

September — Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Alzheimer's Disease

A progressive brain disorder affecting memory, thinking, and behavior. World Alzheimer's Month is September; World Alzheimer's Day is September 21.

• Alzheimer's Association

1-800-272-3900

September — World Alzheimer's Month

Childhood Obesity

National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in September promotes healthy movement and nutrition for children and families of all abilities.

• Obesity Action Alliance

September — National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

A hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts, affecting menstruation, fertility, and metabolism. September is PCOS Awareness Month.

• PCOS Awareness Association

September — PCOS Awareness Month

Atrial Fibrillation

An irregular and often rapid heart rate that can increase risk of stroke. September is National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month.

• American Heart Association

September — National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month

Social Isolation

Chronic loneliness and isolation deeply affect physical and mental health. Connection is medicine — finding community is part of the walk.

• Foundation for Social Connection Action Network

Year-round