January
Cervical Cancer Awareness
Screening, HPV vaccination, and early detection save lives.
Health Awareness
South African Health Calendar
Aligned with the National Department of Health's awareness programme. We believe prevention starts with knowledge - and knowledge starts with paying attention to what matters, month by month.
Full Year
Health awareness throughout the year
February
Healthy Lifestyle Awareness
Nutrition, physical activity, and chronic disease prevention.
March
Human Rights & Health
Healthcare as a human right. Access, dignity, and equity.
April
World Health Day
Global health priorities and local action.
May
Africa Month / Workers' Health
Occupational health and African health sovereignty.
June
Men's Health Month
Prostate cancer, mental health, and male-specific health needs.
July
Current
Mental Health Awareness
Depression, anxiety, and the importance of seeking help. No one should suffer in silence.
August
Women's Month / Breastfeeding
Maternal health, breastfeeding support, and women's rights.
September
Heart Awareness
Cardiovascular disease prevention and heart-healthy living.
October
Breast Cancer Awareness
Screening, self-examination, and early detection.
November
Diabetes Awareness
Prevention, management, and living well with diabetes.
December
World AIDS Day / Safe Holidays
HIV awareness, safe festive season, and year-end health checks.