Health awareness days in Australia
Key health days, weeks and months for Australians, from global WHO and UN days to national Australian campaigns. Each listing links to the organiser's own page.
For information only. Public Health Explained by Zee Jung is not connected with these organisers and doesn't endorse them. Dates were checked on 31 October 2026 and can change, so check the organiser's page before planning around them. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
November 2026
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All of November 2026Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Lung cancer awareness and fundraising, including Shine a Light community walks.
MonthAustralia -
All of November 2026Movember
Men's health month raising funds for prostate, testicular and mental health.
MonthAustralia -
14 Nov 2026
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18 to 24 Nov 2026World AMR Awareness Week
Global campaign on antimicrobial resistance; 2026 theme One Health, prevent AMR now.
WeekGlobal -
19 Nov 2026
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25 Nov 2026White Ribbon Day
Day to end men's violence against women through gender equality and respect.
DayAustralia -
25 Nov to 10 Dec 202616 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
UN Women campaign against gender-based violence; 2026 theme is justice for survivors.
CampaignGlobal
December 2026
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1 Dec 2026
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3 Dec 2026International Day of People with Disability
Promotes inclusion and awareness of people with disability.
DayAustralia Related video -
12 Dec 2026Universal Health Coverage Day
WHO day promoting health services for everyone without financial hardship.
DayGlobal
January 2027
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30 Jan 2027World NTD Day
Spotlight on neglected tropical diseases affecting the world's poorest communities.
DayGlobal
February 2027
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All of February 2027Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Spotlight on ovarian cancer, its early symptoms and research funding. Fixed February month.
MonthAustralia -
4 Feb 2027
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28 Feb 2027Rare Disease Day
Raises awareness of rare diseases and fair access to diagnosis and treatment.
DayGlobal
March 2027
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All of March 2027Endometriosis Awareness Month
March campaign on endometriosis, its symptoms and support for those affected.
MonthAustralia -
1 Mar 2027Zero Discrimination Day
UNAIDS day against discrimination, including against people living with HIV.
DayGlobal -
3 Mar 2027
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4 Mar 2027World Obesity Day
Calls for system-wide action on obesity, led by World Obesity Federation.
DayGlobal -
11 Mar 2027
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18 Mar 2027National Close the Gap Day
Usually the third Thursday of March. Stands for health equality for First Nations people.
DayAustralia Related video -
20 Mar 2027World Oral Health Day
Promotes mouth and teeth health through FDI's Generation Smile campaign.
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21 Mar 2027Harmony Day
Celebrates Australia's diversity; also marks the UN racism elimination day.
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21 Mar 2027World Down Syndrome Day
UN day promoting awareness and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
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22 Mar 2027
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24 Mar 2027
April 2027
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2 Apr 2027World Autism Awareness Day
UN day to improve understanding and quality of life for autistic people.
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7 Apr 2027World Health Day
WHO's founding anniversary; each year highlights one global health topic.
DayGlobal -
25 Apr 2027
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Last checked 31 October 2026. General information, not medical advice.