About National Preparedness Month
Every September, over 3,000 global, national, regional, and local governments, as well as private and public health institutions, support emergency preparedness efforts and encourage Americans to take action before, during, and after an emergency.

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National Upcycling Day ♻️
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National Threading the Needle Day
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