National Sexual Health Month, observed in September, promotes awareness and education about sexual health. This health observance emphasizes the importance of healthy sexual relationships and informed decision-making.

• Planned Parenthood Sexual Health Hub – Get resources on various sexual and reproductive health topics, including: birth control, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationships, and more, along with educational materials for teens, parents, and educators here. 
• The Trevor Project LGBTQ+-Friendly Resources for Sexual Health Support – Access a variety of LGBTQ+-inclusive resources for sexual health support, including information on safer sex practices, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), consent, dating, and specific health resources for LGBTQ+ youth.
• HHS.gov Reproductive Health Services and Resources – Get information on reproductive health services and resources, including access to family planning clinics, STI testing and prevention, reproductive rights, and support for pregnant and parenting teens, and tools for finding local clinics and programs.

Approximately 300,000 women in the U.S. are currently living with ovarian cancer, according to Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance data. Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, observed in September, aims to increase awareness of ovarian cancer, promote early detection, and support research efforts to improve treatment and survival rates.

• American Association for Cancer Research Ovarian Cancer Awareness Page – Get resources on ovarian cancer, including information on symptoms, risk factors, and prevention, as well as details about ongoing research, clinical trials, and ways to support awareness and advocacy efforts here. 
• CDC Ovarian Cancer Hub – The CDC’s ovarian cancer page provides comprehensive information on the signs, symptoms, risk factors, and prevention strategies for ovarian cancer, as well as resources for support and further learning.
• Ovarian Research Cancer Alliance (OCRA) Support Page – Get access to a range of resources, including support groups, educational materials, and patient advocacy tools to help individuals affected by ovarian cancer here.

According to the American Cancer Society, each year, about 112,000 women in the U.S. are diagnosed with gynecological cancers, which include cancers of the ovaries, uterus, cervix, vulva, and vagina. Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month is observed in September to increase public awareness about the signs, symptoms, and prevention of gynecological cancers. This health observance aims to promote early detection and improve outcomes through education and advocacy.

• ASHA Sexual Health’s Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month Page – Get educational materials, support resources, and information on gynecological cancers to promote awareness and early detection here. 
• Johns Hopkins Medicine Preventing and Detecting Gynecologic Cancers Page – Get expert tips on preventing and detecting gynecologic cancers, including advice on symptoms to watch for and screening recommendations here.
• CancerCare’s Gynecologic Cancers Patient Support Group – Gain access to a support group specifically for patients with gynecologic cancers, offering emotional support, shared experiences, and guidance through the CancerCare website.

Want to view past health pro tips?

Monthly Health Pro Tips Archive