Did you know there is an annual awareness day for robins? National Robin Day is on the 21st December, created by the charity Songbird Survival in 2016 as a way to raise awareness of not only robins but also all small garden birds who may struggle to survive the cold winter months. Winter can be a particularly difficult […]
Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, but also a time when many people feel lonely and isolated. Loneliness can affect anyone, at any age, and it can have a serious impact on our health and wellbeing. According to the Office for National Statistics, almost one in 14 people aged 16 or over in Great […]
National Call A Friend Day, celebrated on 28th December, is a heart-warming reminder to reconnect with friends and loved ones. In the hustle of everyday life, it’s easy to lose touch, and this day encourages everyone to reach out, share a conversation, and nurture meaningful relationships. A simple phone call can rekindle connections, bring […]
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 […]
