Events for May 16, 2026
Thyroid Awareness Month
Thyroid Awareness month is focusing on Congenital Hypothyroidism, which usually results when a baby is born without a thyroid gland, or the thyroid gland does not develop completely. However, there are many other causes of this disorder.
Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea
Your morning tea will help raise vital funds to bring us closer to a cancer free future.
Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month
https://yourhealthlink.health.nsw.gov.au/health-events-calendar/#may
Miracle Babies Month of May
Miracle Babies Foundation is Australia’s leading not for profit organisation working to improve, support and enhance all lives impacted by a premature or sick birth.
Crohn’s and Collitis Awareness Month
Each May is a chance for Australians to understand a little more about what it is like to live with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month
Over 13,000 Australians live with NF. Beyond the challenges faced by the condition, families are forced to navigate a healthcare system that operates in silos, when Neurofibromatosis does not.
National Palliative Care Week
National Palliative Care Week aims to raise awareness about palliative care and its benefits, and advocate to ensure quality palliative care is available for all, when and where they need it.
