What is happening this month:

• World Cancer Day: This is ovserved annually on February 4. The mission is to raise awareness about cancer, educate people about the disease, and inspire governments to take action.
• International Childhood Cancer Day: (ICCD) is observed annually on February 15, to raise awareness about childhood cancer, and to lend support to children and adolescents with cancer, cancer survivors, and their families.
• Random Acts of Kindness Day: On February 17 let yourself be inspired by Random Acts of Kindness Day to bring joy to the people you come across. The day encourages people to do good deeds, and celebrate the pay-it-forward mentality.
• Rare Disease Day: Rare Disease Day is observed every year on February 28 or on February 29 in leap years. It shines a spotlight on rare diseases and the challenges faced by those living with them.
• Pharmacy First: Private consultation rooms, prescriptions for minor conditions and face-to-face advice.
• Quit Smoking: Let’s do this! Make 2026 the year you quit smoking for good!