Alcohol use has been part of different cultures and societies for thousands of years. While many people find that alcohol is an enjoyable part of their lives, it can have a tendency to create some difficulties and even throw their health out of balance. Some of the things people want to avoid may include the […]
January is Love Your Liver Month ! The liver is an amazing multi-tasker and has over 500 vital jobs to do to keep you alive. It's just as important as other organs like your heart and lungs, but they tend to steal most of the limelight. Sadly, people with liver disease often don't have any […]
We’ve been enjoying forty winks ever since the human race came into existence, but we haven’t always understood it. Early speculation by the Ancient Greeks about the reason for sleep was that it is due to lack of circulation, causing the body to become unconscious for a period of time while it rebalanced. Theorists were […]
World Braille Day is an international day of awareness to highlight the importance of Braille as a means of communication for blind and visually impaired people. The date, 4 January, is significant as it also marks Louis Braille's birthday in 1809. Louis first presented his tactile system of reading and writing in 1824 when he […]
Heritage Treasure's Day is marked on January 11th of every year. It’s the perfect day to let everyone know about our unique heritage. It’s also a day to preserve monuments and raise funds for iconic landmarks all over the globe. Conserving wildlife is also part of this day. By raising awareness and educating others about […]
Caesarean Section Day, also known as C-Section Day, takes place on the 14th January every year. It highlights the importance of this medical procedure and its impact on maternal and infant health and raises awareness about maternity care and surgical interventions during childbirth. This day recognises the importance of C-sections in childbirth, a life-saving surgical […]
The third Monday in January is sometimes referred to as ‘the most difficult day of the year’ but this is a myth. At Samaritans, they know there’s no such thing as ‘Blue Monday’ – we all have our good days and our bad days, and those aren’t for the calendar to decide. So lets say […]
International Day of Acceptance takes place on the 20th of January every year as a powerful reminder of the importance of social acceptance and the inclusion of people with disabilities. This day is dedicated to fostering a more inclusive society that recognises the abilities, contributions, and rights of all individuals, regardless of their physical or […]
