National Observances

June calendar

Celebrate the Start of #safesexysummer in June

It's time to celebrate the start of summer! June is filled with national observances to help you start the summer off right. We're here to help make June the start of a #safesexysummer.
National Get Tested Day

September 30 is National Get Tested Day

ASHA has declared September 30 as National Get Tested Day—a day to raise awareness about the importance of getting tested for sexually transmitted infections.
February is National Condom Month

February is National Condom Month 

Currently, condoms are the only widely available, proven method for reducing transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) during sex. Condoms work.
Cervical Health Awareness Month

Celebrating Cervical Health Awareness Month in January

Cervical Health Awareness Month in January is a time to learn about cervical health and cancer prevention. The World Health Organization has a plan for the elimination of cervical cancer through vaccination and screening—we can get there!
Men's Health Month

June is Men’s Health Month

Each year in June we put a special focus on the health needs of boys and men. Sexual health is important across the entire lifespan and involves more than just sex! Body image, relationships, understanding sexual anatomy (and keeping it healthy) are all a big part of a guy’s overall health.
Sexually transmitted infections

April is STI Awareness Month

This April, in honor of STI Awareness Month, take some time to learn about sexually transmitted infections (STIs)—and how to prevent them and take care of your sexual health.

Awareness Day Ambassador Toolkits

These social media toolkits offer sharable content for a wide range of awareness days and months throughout the year.

Get the Condom Month Online Toolkit

ASHA recognizes each February as National Condom Month! Time to learn more about condoms, lube, and safer sex.