Events

The Immunisation Action Week (IAW) is a national awareness program focused on highlighting the importance of vaccination, especially in a pandemic world. All information provided is based on current scientific evidence. The week occurs in April of each year to coincide with World Immunisation Week, with a variety of activities for the general public, as well as healthcare professionals. This annual event reaches a pinnacle with a national, free Influenza Vaccination Day. This year, it will be held in Melbourne and Sydney on 28th April and Canberra on 30 April.

Heart Week is Australia’s national heart health awareness week held in May each year.

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.