Health Observances

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.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Stuttering Awareness Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.

Discover World Occupational Therapy Day! Learn about occupational therapy's impact on daily life and how to celebrate this important observance.

Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, but almost all strokes could be prevented

Join us in observing Diabetes Awareness Month this November. Learn about the global diabetes epidemic, its impact, and how you can contribute to raising awareness. Your support can change lives!

Discover the importance of National Stress Awareness Day. Learn to spot symptoms, practice self-care, and seek balance in your life for better mental health.

A day to promote interventions to protect against, prevent and treat pneumonia; and generate action to combat pneumonia.

Current projectionsshow 700 million adults will be livingwith diabetes by 2045.

COPD is a Group of Lung Conditions Including Bronchitis and Emphysema.

World Prematurity Day on November 17 raises awareness of this serious health crisis.

Objectives of International Men's Day include a focus on mens and boys health, improving gender relations, promoting gender equality, and highlighting positive male role models.

On World Toilet, play your part in ensuring no one is left behind without sanitation.

Find out the history and background to National UTI Awareness Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Blood Donor Day in Brazil.

Flossing is an important part of dental hygiene, so use this day to clear out any lingering bits from your Thanksgiving meal.

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

World Aids Day is observed to let everyone know about the harms caused by AIDS and how to prevent the spread of the disease.

You can't judge a book by its cover, but it's important that you can judge food by its label.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Universal Health Coverage Day

In January we are encouraged to give up alcohol and go vegan. Both probably sponsored by the February Marketing Board.

This Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, let’s end stigma and make Canada a safer place for people living with dementia.

Find out the dates and background to Veganuary

A day to highlight the importance of a good night's sleep to our health and well being.

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

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

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

Find out the dates and background to American Heart Month

Join the movement during Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week to support young minds, encourage open conversations, and promote healthy habits.

Pull out your maroons, vermilions and burgundies, because today is National Wear Red Day, raising awareness for cardiovascular disease.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation 

Over 65 million people around the world live with epilepsy.

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