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 Every 15 minutes somebody is diagnosed with bowel cancer in the UK, that's nearly 43,000 people each year. Bowel 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 […]  National Pet Month celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership through educational campaigns and resources across various platforms. National Pet Month celebrates pet ownership, sharing the many benefits of our cherished companions across the UK. Whether they’re providing laughs with their zoomies or snuggling up to us when they sense we’re sad, pets contribute […]  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 […] |
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 Pay It Forward Day, observed on 28th April each year, is a global initiative dedicated to spreading kindness and generosity throughout the world. Whether you’re a seasoned philanthropist, a compassionate neighbour, or simply someone who believes in the power of small acts of kindness, Pay It Forward Day offers a meaningful opportunity to make a […] |
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 In 1982 the Dance Committee of ITI founded International Dance Day to be celebrated every year on the 29th April, the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre (1727-1810), creator of modern ballet. The intention of the International Dance Day Message is to celebrate dance, revel in the universality of this art form, cross all political, cultural and […] |
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 #Walking is one of the easiest ways to improve physical and mental health and stay connected to our #Community, helping us feel less lonely and isolated. And by swapping a short drive for a short walk, you can also help reduce air pollution, congestion and road danger – and save yourself some money and keep […]  Organised by the Federation of Children’s Book Groups, National Share a Story Month is an annual event designed to celebrate the fabulous world of children’s fiction and to inspire a love of reading by sharing stories. In 2026, the theme of National Share a Story Month is Once Upon a Storytime. Running throughout May 2026, NSSM will […]  May is Local and Community History Month! The aim of the month is to increase awareness of local history and promote history in general to local communities helping to encourage everyone to participate. Activities happen across the UK and include trips, library exhibitions and local lectures. It is a great way for groups to highlight […] | |||
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 Deaf Awareness Week is a national campaign focused on improving understanding, accessibility and communication with deaf people. The theme for Deaf Awareness Week 2026 in the UK is ‘Right to understand – Together, we break barriers". Why deaf awareness matters Most organisations want to be inclusive — but staff are often left guessing how to communicate […] |
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 In celebration of World Asthma Day 2026, the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) has chosen the theme “Access to anti-inflammatory inhalers for everyone with asthma – still an urgent need”. GINA emphasizes the need to ensure that people with #Asthma can access inhaled medications that are essential both for controlling the underlying disease and treating […] |
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 World Ovarian Cancer Day is observed on May 8th every year. The day is observed worldwide to raise awareness about #OvarianCancer and acknowledge the suffering of people with ovarian cancer and the efforts of their families. Ovarian cancer begins in the ovaries and spreads to other organs, including the lungs, stomach, lymph nodes, and liver. […] |
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 World Lupus Day serves to call attention to the impact that #Lupus has on people around the world. Every day, more than 5 million people worldwide struggle with the often debilitating health consequences of lupus, a potentially fatal autoimmune disease capable of damaging virtually any part of the body, including the skin, heart, lungs, kidneys, […] | |||
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 Today is the start of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek This week runs from the 11th to 17th May and was started by The Mental Health Foundation. It provides an opportunity for the UK to focus on achieving good mental health, and to raise awareness for mental health issues. The theme for 2026 is "Take Action" This Mental Health […] | ||||||
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 This week is Dementia Action Week, and the theme again this year is diagnosis. According to The Alzheimer's Society, the biggest barrier to early diagnosis of dementia is the misconception that memory loss is a normal sign of ageing. This Dementia Action Week, take the time to learn the signs of dementia. According to the […] | ||||||
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 It's World Hunger Day on 28th May. Hunger is not inevitable. It is created by systems we have the power to change. Every day, people around the world are proving that transformation is possible: farmers regenerating their land, women leading local governments, youth launching climate-smart innovations and communities organizing for their own development. This year’s […] |
