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SUMMARY:Stress Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Stress and poor mental health are one of the biggest public health challenges that we’re facing. Sadly\, even though that is the case\, we are still not taking its impact seriously enough. We continue to separate mental health from physical health and vice versa. The reality is they cannot be separate – they are two sides of the same coin. There is no health without mental health and stress can lead to numerous health problems. From physical problems\, like heart disease\, insomnia\, digestive issues\, immune system challenges\, etc to more serious mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. \nStress Awareness Month has been held every April since 1992 to raise awareness of the causes and cures for our modern-day stress epidemic. It is the time when we have an opportunity for an open conversation on the impact of stress. Dedicated time to removing the guilt\, shame\, and stigma around mental health. To talk about stress\, and its effects and open up about our mental and emotional state with friends\, families\, colleagues\, and professionals. \nThis year\, 2026\, the theme is #BeTheChange\, inspired by Gandhi’s idea to “be the change you wish to see in the world.”\n#StressAwarenessMonth #Anxiety #Depression #Insomnia #LeadWithLove #MentalHealthMatters #ConnectedCommunities \nSource*  Stress Awareness Month 2026 – The Stress Management Society \n 
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SUMMARY:Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Every 15 minutes somebody is diagnosed with bowel cancer in the UK\, that’s nearly 43\,000 people each year. \nBowel Cancer Awareness Month is a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness and help to drive positive change through education\, encouraging conversations\, asking questions\, sharing and so much more. They say knowledge is power\, so this April we’re asking everyone to share important information about bowel cancer. Will you help #PassItOn? \nSymptoms Associated with #BowelCancer: \n#AbdominalPain \nAbdominal mass (lump) \nAnaemia \nBowel mass (lump) \nChange in bowel habit \n#RectalBleeding \nWeight loss \nNational Clinical Director for Cancer\, Professor Peter Johnson\, said: “As with all cancers\, acting at the first sign of symptoms can make a big difference to how bowel cancer can be treated and how successfully. You are much more likely to survive a cancer that is diagnosed early\, which is why the NHS and charities like Bowel Cancer UK have run awareness campaigns about the signs to look for.” \n“Referrals for bowel cancer tests have been at record levels for the last 18 months\, and we would encourage people to speak to a GP about any concerning symptoms: knowing what is normal for you and acting when something isn’t right can make all the difference.” \n  \nSource* \nhttps://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/support-us/bowel-cancer-awareness-month/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/bowel-cancer-awareness-month-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Month,UK
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SUMMARY:National Pet Month
DESCRIPTION:National Pet Month celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership through educational campaigns and resources across various platforms. \nNational Pet Month celebrates pet ownership\, sharing the many benefits of our cherished companions across the UK. \nWhether they’re providing laughs with their zoomies or snuggling up to us when they sense we’re sad\, pets contribute so much love and benefit to their owner’s lives. National Pet Month is the perfect time to celebrate your furry little family members and all the joy they bring to our lives. \n  \n#NationalPetMonth \nSource* \nhttps://www.nationalpetmonth.org.uk/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-pet-month-2/
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SUMMARY:World Health Day
DESCRIPTION:World Health Day 2026\, observed on 7 April\, calls on people everywhere to stand with science. Under the theme “Together for health. Stand with science”\, this year’s observance launches a year‑long campaign celebrating the power of scientific collaboration to protect the health of people\, animals\, plants\, and the planet. The campaign spotlights both scientific achievements and the multilateral cooperation needed to turn evidence into action – through a strong focus on the One Health approach. \nAnchoring the 2026 campaign are two major global moments: the International One Health Summit (7 April)\, hosted by WHO and the Government of France under the French G7 Presidency\, and the inaugural Global Forum of WHO Collaborating Centres (7–9 April)\, gathering nearly 800 scientific institutions from over 80 countries. Together\, these events form the largest scientific network ever convened around a United Nations agency\, underscoring how science‑driven partnerships can build a healthier\, safer future for all. \nThe campaign invites people everywhere to participate – by celebrating scientific achievements\, engaging with evidence\, sharing personal stories of how science improves lives\, and joining the global conversation through #StandWithScience and #WorldHealthDay. \nCampaign goals\nThe campaign calls on governments\, scientists\, health workers\, partners\, and the public to: \n\nstand with science by engaging with evidence\, facts\, and science-based guidance to protect health;\nrebuild trust in science and public health; and\nsupport science-led solutions for a healthier future.\n\n  \nSource*  World Health Day 2026: Together for health. Stand with science
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-health-day-2/
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