Health Observances

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Retainer Day.

This holiday is designed to increase awareness of brain health issues for people everywhere.

International Self-Care Day provides a focus and opportunity to raise the profile of healthy lifestyle self-care programmes around the world.

National Disability Independence Day commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26th, 1990.

World Hepatitis Day is observed annually on July 28th to generate an opportunity to step up national and international efforts on hepatitis.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Minority Donor Awareness Day

Find out the dates, history and background to Happiness Happens Month

Highlights healthy eating and active lifestyles for every age group from infant to teens.

This week, we recognize health center staff and the important role health centers play in our communities.

This week, we recognize health center staff and the important role health centers play in our communities.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National CBD Day.

A day observed in the honour of the man who discovered that the deadly disease of Malaria is spread through a mosquito bite.

Organised by The Urology Foundation, this month aims to raise awareness of urological disease as well as raise money to can fund vital research and training into these diseases.

World Alzheimer's Month is a global opportunity to raise awareness around, educate, encourage support of and demystify dementia.

Learn about World PCOS Day, an initiative by PCOS Challenge to raise awareness and support for those affected by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Discover how you can get involved.

World Physical Therapy Day is a day to celebrate the life-changing work of physical therapists!

Working Together to Prevent Suicide.

This day brings attention to the growing number of people living long and full lives with HIV and to their health and social needs.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Eat An Apple Day

2 out of every 3 people globally believe there is little or no understanding of dementia in their countries.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Women’s Health & Fitness Day

A day to spread the word and raise awareness about contraception and safe sex.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Family Health and Fitness Day USA

Rabies is a vaccine-preventable viral disease which occurs in more than 150 countries and territories.

This isn't a romantic day, it's about raising awareness of Cardiovascular Disease, one of the world's leading causes of death.

Highlights the importance of promoting a healthy dental lifestyle at an early age.

Every October, people all over the world show their support for people affected by breast cancer.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Plus Size Appreciation Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Child Health Day

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

The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on October 10th every year.

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

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National No Bra Day

Kick Butts Day involves more than 1,000 events in schools and communities across the United States and even around the world.

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

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day

National Mammography Day is observed annually on the third Friday in October as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Shine a light on Developmental Language Disorder Day, a global event fostering awareness and support for this common yet hidden condition affecting millions.

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

International Breast Cancer Day aims to raise awareness and promote woman´s access to timely and effective controls, diagnoses and treatments.

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