What’s On in September 2020?

Published: 24th October 2018

September is a busy month this year. There’s plenty to get involved in. Take part, have some fun and help raise awareness and funds for these important causes.

Jeans for Genes Day 14th September 2020
Jeans for Genes Day is a yearly fundraising campaign for Genetic Disorders UK. Wear jeans to work or school and fundraise to support individuals and families affected by a genetic disorder.

To get involved, see the website: https://www.jeansforgenesday.org/

Mesothelioma Awareness Day 26th September 2020
On Mesothelioma Awareness Day each year, patients, families and doctors raise awareness of this rare cancer and raise funds for research. Supporters wear blue clothes and mesothelioma awareness wristbands or ribbons.

To find out more or to get a free wristband, visit: https://www.asbestos.com/mesothelioma/awareness

BNF Healthy Eating Week 28th September 2020
The BNF’s Healthy Eating Week aims to bring the UK together to focus on key nutritional health messages and promote healthy eating habits.

This year’s challenges include:

• Eat more wholegrains (Monday)
• Vary your veg (Tuesday)
• Drink plenty (Wednesday)
• Move more (Thursday)
• Be mind kind (Friday)
• Get active together (Saturday)
• Eat together (Sunday)

Find out more and register now on the BNF’s website: https://www.nutrition.org.uk/