This year’s theme, Rediscover the Magic, invites attendees to be inspired and enlightened as we explore the latest innovations in perioperative nursing practice.

Podiatry Week is an annual campaign that raises awareness of ankle and foot health and the essential role podiatrists play in healthcare. From a child’s very first steps, podiatrists play a crucial role in ensuring kids walk, run, and grow with confidence. As you move through life chasing sporting goals, staying active for better health, or recovering from injury, podiatrists help keep you moving pain-free. You will find podiatrists across all areas of the health sector – from private practice, […]

This foundation program serves as an introduction to the reprocessing of flexible endoscopes incorporating infection control, structure and function, water filtration and workplace health and safety. These workshops are aimed at nurses, CSSD technicians and assistants involved with the reprocessing of flexible endoscopes. Register Here.

IPC Week is held in the third week of October each year. This year it will be celebrated from 19 – 25 October with the theme “STAND UPPP for IPC – Unite. Prevent. Protect. Prevail." This year’s celebration will bring fresh resources, inspiring stories, and practical tools to empower infection preventionists and raise awareness about the importance of stopping the spread of infection. Find out more Here.

Clean Hospitals Day is celebrated each year on the 20th of October to raise global awareness of healthcare environmental hygiene (HEH) and increase engagement of healthcare facilities (HCFs) around the world. The theme for Clean Hospitals Day 2025 is “Human Factors and Collaboration”

Clean Hospitals Day is celebrated each year on the 20th of October to raise global awareness of healthcare environmental hygiene (HEH) and increase engagement of healthcare facilities (HCFs) around the world. The theme for Clean Hospitals Day 2025 is "Human Factors and Collaboration". To celebrate download the Toolkit  https://cleanhospitals.com/promotional-toolkit-2025/

Whooping Cough Day on November 8 shines a spotlight on the threat posed by whooping cough and the simple ways people can remain protected throughout life. Supported by the theme of “Stay Up-To-Date. Vaccinate” Whooping Cough Day encourages Australians to check if they are up-to-date with whooping cough vaccination by: Highlighting the importance of adult, pregnancy and childhood protection. Providing practical information about boosters and how to access them.

Perioperative Nurses Week is a time to reflect on the incredible impact each of you make in the world of health care. You are the unsung heroes of surgery, ensuring the seamless orchestration of procedures and the wellbeing of those under your care. This week is a reminder to acknowledge not just the tasks you perform but the heart and passion you bring to your profession. Embrace this week as a celebration of your journey, your expertise and the positive impact […]

This year’s theme, Circles of Influence: Evidence-Based Practice and Practice-Based Evidence, celebrates the dynamic relationship between research and real-world application in infection prevention and control. View full program here.

World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) is a global campaign that is celebrated annually to improve awareness and understanding of AMR and encourage best practices among the public, One Health stakeholders and policymakers, who all play a critical role in reducing the further emergence and spread of AMR. Find out more Here.