To commemorate World Diabetes Day, the Couva District Health Facility Primary Health Care Department will be hosting a lecture and discussion for clients on Monday 7th November, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. In an effort to reduce the incidences of diabetes the discourse will cover issues related to managing diabetes such as: diets, medication, foot care and general self-care.

The Ward 2 Outpatient Clinic of the San Fernando General Hospital will commemorate World AIDS Day by conducting an HIV/AIDS outreach on Friday 4th November, 2016 at MIC Marabella. The public is invited from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to get free rapid HIV testing, educational materials and demonstrations on the proper use of condoms.

The Ward 2 Outpatient Clinic of the San Fernando General Hospital will commemorate World AIDS Day by conducting an HIV/AIDS outreach on Tuesday 1st November, 2016 at the UTT Corinth Campus, South Trinidad. The public is invited from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to get free rapid HIV testing, educational materials and demonstrations on the proper use of condoms.

Staff from the Ste. Madeleine Health Centre will conduct lectures on HIV and provide vaccinations to students at the National Energy Skills Center (NESC) Ste. Madeleine Campus on Tuesday 31st October, 2016.

On Wednesday 26th October, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the Oncology Unit in collaboration with the South Oncology Support Group will embark on an awareness campaign to help in the fight against breast cancer. Everyone is invited to visit the booth at the San Fernando General Hospital Foyer [Main Building] to learn about cancer, screening techniques and referrals if persons are identified.

During Cancer Awareness Month the Freeport Health Centre will be promoting cancer prevention. On Wednesday 26th October, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. the staff will host a lecture and discussion to provide vital information to clients and the wider community about the role of nutrition, healthy lifestyle choices and the importance of the Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) in reducing cancer risks.

The Gasparillo Health Centre’s Third Annual Men’s Health Programme will take place at the centre on Tuesday 25th October, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. The programme's focus will address sensitive issues such as: Prostate Disease, Erectile Dysfunction, Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Depression. Attendees will also have an opportunity to have HIV testing and basic health screenings done.

The staff of the Penal Health Centre will continue to observe Cancer Awareness Month by continuing their lecture series and cancer screenings on Tuesday 25th October, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The topics for discussion will be: Menopause; Cancer and women who are at risk; Management of stress; and family planning. Screenings will include: breast examinations and pap smears.