International Epilepsy Day

About International Epilepsy Day

International Epilepsy Day is observed on the second Monday of February.

Started in 2015 and organized by the International Bureau for Epilepsy (IBE) and the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE), the day provides a platform for people with epilepsy to share their experiences and stories with a global audience. The day also calls for all people to advocate for appropriate legislation that will guarantee human rights of people with epilepsy and encourages people with epilepsy to live to their fullest potential.

12Oct

World Arthritis Day

• Health
• International

Arthritis is a disease that affects approximately 350 million people worldwide, including nearly 40 million people in the United States.

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13Oct

World Sight Day

• Health
• International

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Sight Day.

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15Oct

Global Handwashing Day

• Health
• International

Even before the coronavirus pandemic, washing your hands was an important part of staying healthy.

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18Oct

World Menopause Day

• Health
• International

World Menopause Day is a worldwide awareness call for women who face health issues when approaching, during and beyond the menopause.

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National Apology Day

• History
• Australia

Marks the day when the Australian govt. formally apologised for their impact on the First Nations Peoples.

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Galentines Day

• Culture
• USA

Started as a joke on the TV show Parks and Recreation, Galentine's Day is a day for 'ladies celebrating ladies' a day before Valentine's Day.

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National Tortellini Day

• Food
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Tortellini Day

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National Clean Out Your Computer Day

• Action
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Clean Out Your Computer Day

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