What is Musculoskeletal Health Awareness Month (MHAM)? 

MHAM runs from 1 October to 31 October and aims to:

• Focus on musculoskeletal health and well-being
• Shine a light on the invisible epidemic that is musculoskeletal disease
• Embrace activities that get and keep us moving
• Build understanding about the challenges of living with musculoskeletal disease and how we can support people with these conditions

Why is MHAM important?

• 7.3 million Australians (that’s 1 in 3 people) live with one or more musculoskeletal conditions like arthritis, osteoporosis, back pain, gout and fibromyalgia
• These often invisible conditions have far-reaching impacts across all aspects of people’s lives: financially, socially, professionally and in personal relationships
• More support and awareness is needed to make this a national health priority and create lasting positive change

What’s on during MHAM?

There is a full calendar of events during the month including:

• Weekly newsletters to keep you informed on all things MHAM: subscribe now

• Koadlow Community Lecture: Lifestyle factors that can impact musculoskeletal health – a special presentation in honour of our founder Dr Leslie Koadlow and World Arthritis Day (12 October) Watch now

• Free Consumer webinar series – Register/Watch Now
• Free Healthcare professional webinar series – Register/Watch Now

• The World’s Biggest Sit-In: a special event on Sunday, 26 October 2025 that aims to get people moving and talking about musculoskeletal health and a world record attempt to hold the largest chair-based exercise class! All are welcome to join us! Learn more here