The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.

The Day provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work, and what more needs to be done to make mental health care a reality for people worldwide.

Please click on the link https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day

The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence.

For more information please click on the following link https://www.un.org/en/observances/non-violence-day

WORLD HEART DAY IS A GLOBAL, MULTI-LINGUAL CELEBRATION

Spanning six continents, our hundreds of World Heart Federation (WHF) member organizations, the countless schools, universities, sports clubs and the vibrant cardiology community make World Heart Day (WHD) a truly global celebration.

Every year these groups and individuals bring their local flair, favor and colors to festivities, marking the day by sharing heart healthy regional specialties, leading a dance to get the whole community moving, and sharing life-saving lessons far and wide.

For more information click below link https://world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-day/?petition=close

World Alzheimer’s Day, a part of Alzheimer’s Month, is observed every year on the 21st of September, with the objective of creating awareness about the misconception of dementia and Alzheimer’s and to encourage and support the families of Alzheimer-affected patients to tackle and fight it.

Importance

Alzheimer’s is a severe brain disorder of memory loss and confusion, if not diagnosed and managed on time, can adversely impact one’s mental abilities of learning, thinking, reasoning, remembering, problem-solving .

Every year, the entire September month is designated as Alzheimer’s Month to organise various activities to educate people about the warning signs and symptoms, early diagnosis, and appropriate treatment of this severe mental disorder, apart from providing social and financial support to the affected.

Please Click here for more information https://www.alz.org/about/awareness-initiatives/world-alzheimers-day

October, Australia’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, provides an opportunity for us all to focus on breast cancer and its impact on those affected by the disease in our community.

Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among Australian women (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer).

Finding breast cancer early provides the best chance of surviving the disease. Remember you don’t need to be an expert or use a special technique to check your breasts.

Changes to look for include:

• a new lump or lumpiness, especially if it’s only in one breast
• a change in the size or shape of your breast
• a change to the nipple, such as crusting, ulcer, redness or inversion
• a nipple discharge that occurs without squeezing

For more information Please click https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au/key-initiatives/campaigns-and-events/breast-cancer-awareness-month

World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) was established in 2003 in conjunction with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and is a significant advocacy and communication based event aimed at reaching national organisations, governments and the general public, giving a singular message that suicide can be prevented.

Mission

To prevent suicide and suicidal behaviour

To alleviate its effects

To provide a forum for academics, mental health professionals, crisis workers, volunteers, and lived experience.

Please click on the link for more information https://www.iasp.info/

The International Day of Charity was established with the objective of sensitizing and mobilizing people, NGOs, and stakeholders all around the world to help others through volunteer and philanthropic activities.

The date of 5 September was chosen in order to commemorate the anniversary of the passing away of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 “for work undertaken in the struggle to overcome poverty and distress, which also constitute a threat to peace.”

Here is the link for more information https://www.un.org/en/observances/charity-day

In 2024 we’re shining a spotlight on some of the biggest issues in women’s health, under the banner of ‘Your voice. Your choice’.
After signing up to Women’s Health Week you will receive monthly emails from Jean Hailes, plus daily emails during Women’s Health Week (2–6 September) filled with health tips, resources and recipes. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Here is the link for more information https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/womens-health-week/program