Events for August 7, 2026
Jeans for Genes Day
1 in 20 kids faces a birth defect or genetic disease, like cancer, cystic fibrosis, and life-threatening metabolic disorders. That’s 12 kids born every minute worldwide. Help us find treatments and cures by fundraising for us, making a donation, or buying gear. As they say, raise money, find cures, jean-ius.
World Breastfeeding Week
Breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure child health and survival and yet currently, fewer than half of infants under 6 months old are exclusively breastfed.
Tradies National Health Month
Tradies National Health Month (TNHM), established by the APA in 2012, raises awareness of the physical and mental challenges faced by those in trade professions.
Dental Health Week
During Dental Health Week (3–9 August 2026) this year, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) is focusing on the oral health of young Australians aged 18–25 through the ‘My Smile’ campaign.
National Stroke Week
National Stroke Week encourages the community to know the F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech and Time) signs of stroke so that they can save a life.