Cervical Cancer Awareness Week 10-16 November.
Cervical Cancer Awareness Week highlights the importance of prevention for women over 50. Discover how updated cervical screening guidelines and the HPV vaccine can help protect your health. Stay informed, proactive, and empowered—because cervical cancer is preventable and treatable when caught early.
Dental Health Week
Dental Health Week is focusing on the mouth and whole-body connection and how the links between disease in the mouth affects disease in the body.
Kidney Action Week
Delve into Kidney Action Week with this comprehensive guide to understanding kidney health. Uncover startling statistics about chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Australia, learn about the vital functions of kidneys, and explore proactive steps to maintain kidney health. From the financial impact on the healthcare system to individual lifestyle choices, empower yourself with knowledge and actionable strategies to safeguard your kidneys.
Melanoma March
Melanoma March. Facts: 16 800 Australians will be diagnosed with Melanoma this year. 1 Australian dies every 6 hours from Melanoma. How does melanoma form? What causes melanoma? What is UV? How you can protect yourself and your family by being sun-safe. Read the full blog to find out more.
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 1-28 February
The Cancer Council describes ovarian cancer as "a general term used to describe a cancerous (malignant) tumour starting in one or both ovaries. Ovarian cancer is the eighth most common cancer affecting women in Australia.
Around 1400 new cases diagnosed each year in Australia. That's a staggering number don't you think?