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Child Protection Week
The week is an important event on the UNICEF calendar and has been celebrated in South Africa since 1997. This week-long event aims to raise awareness about protecting children from abuse, exploitation, neglect, and all forms of violence.
World Hypertension Day (WHD)
Hypertension is a driving force in the global epidemic of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and the leading risk factor for death and disability globally. World Hypertension Day (WHD) which is commemorated on the 17 th May annually promotes high blood pressure awareness.
International Nurses’ Day
International Nurses Day (IND) is celebrated around the world on 12 th May, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth, the founder of modern day nursing. Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare sector and a doctor’s most trusted ally because they spend more time with the patients.
World Hand Hygiene Day
World Hand Hygiene Day (WHHD) is observed annually on the 5 th of May to improve hand hygiene standards at home and in the workplace thereby protecting healthcare workers and communities from infections and curbing the spread of harmful germs.
International Multiple Sclerosis Month
May is International Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month which was initiated by the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation to raise awareness of multiple sclerosis. The goals are to promote an understanding of the scope of this disease, and to assist those with multiple sclerosis in making educated decisions about their healthcare.
Burns Awareness Month
South Africa has dedicated May as National Burns Awareness Month and focuses specifically between 5 th and 9 th of May, for National Burns Awareness Week. This provides an opportune time to raise awareness and educate people about burns and burn prevention.
Anti-Tobacco Campaign Awareness Month
In South Africa, Anti-Tobacco Campaign Month is observed in May, with World No Tobacco Day on May 31st. This campaign aims to raise awareness about the dangers of smoking and tobacco use and promote quitting and healthier alternatives to smoking.
Autism Awareness Day
Autism is described as a lifelong developmental disability which initially presents itself in infancy and early childhood and causes delays and challenges in many basic areas of development, such as social interaction and communication.
African Vaccination Week (AVW)
African Vaccination Week (AVW) is celebrated in the last week of April and annually across different countries.
Understanding Malaria
According to the latest world malaria report, there were 263 million cases of malaria in 2023 compared to 252 million cases in 2022. The estimated number of malaria deaths recorded in 2023 was 597 000 compared to 600 000 in 2022.
TB Awareness Month & World TB Day
March is Tuberculosis (TB) Awareness Month, and every year, we observe World TB Day on March 24 to raise awareness about the serious health, social, and economic impact of TB.
World Down Syndrome Day
Each year, on both World Down Syndrome Day (March 21) and National Down Syndrome Awareness Day (October 20), Down Syndrome South Africa (DSSA) works to raise awareness about key issues affecting individuals with Down syndrome.
World Glaucoma Week
World Glaucoma Week (WGW) takes place from March 9th to 15th this year. It is a global initiative jointly organized by the World Glaucoma Association and the World Glaucoma Patient Association and has been successfully raising awareness for over a decade.
Pregnancy Awareness Week
The National Department of Health has dedicated 3 to 7 February 2025 for the purpose of pregnancy awareness. Pregnancy Awareness Week aims to strengthen education about pregnancy with the objective of promoting healthy pregnancy and safe motherhood..
STI/Condom Week
In South Africa, February is Sexual and Reproductive Health and Healthy Lifestyle Month. It includes STI/Condom Week, which will run from 3 to 7 February 2025.
National Epilepsy Week
In South Africa, National Epilepsy Week is commemorated on 10-16 February 2025, while International Epilepsy Day is observed on 10 February 2025. National Epilepsy Week provides an opportunity to strengthen the awareness of Epilepsy and seizures as well as break stigmas about the disorder.
Reproductive Health Month
Annually, February is observed as Reproductive Health Month in South Africa which is aimed at raising awareness about many fundamentally important issues surrounding reproductive health including understanding the difficulties couples and individuals encounter with reproductive health and infertility.
Sun Smart Skincare – Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Skin cancer is the most common cancer worldwide and SA has one of the highest monitored ultraviolet (UV) levels in the world, resulting in one of the highest skin cancer rates globally.
Diabetes Management
Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterised by high levels of blood glucose (blood sugar) which over time leads to serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and nerves.
Breast Cancer Awareness
This October, we shine a crucial spotlight on breast cancer awareness. In South Africa, it’s the most common cancer among women, and early detection can be lifesaving, with survival rates soaring to 90% for early-stage diagnoses.
World Retina Week
World Retina Week is observed from the 23rd to 29th September 2024. This eye health recognition week was created to educate individuals on the ocular function of the retina and on diseases that affect this most crucial part of the eye maintaining normal and clear vision.
Pharmacy Month
Pharmacy Month aims to raise patient awareness on the vital role pharmacists and pharmacy support personnel can play in the community’s health care and a time to recognise pharmacists and pharmacy support personnel contributions to quality health care.
Women's Month
No matter what your age, lifestyle choices can go a long way toward lowering health risks and helping you live the life you want. Exercise and fitness together with a healthy diet can make a big difference in your health.
Diabetes Management
Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterised by high levels of blood glucose (blood sugar) which over time leads to serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and nerves.
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