National Schizophrenia Awareness Day, marked on 25 July every year by the charity Rethink Mental Illness, explores what it means to live with this much misunderstood and often stigmatised mental health condition. In England, approximately one adult in every 100 will live with a diagnosis of #Schizophrenia. By shattering some of the myths and breaking […]
Every year, more than a million lives are lost to hepatitis. We’re not waiting for change – we’re fighting to make it happen. Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, most commonly caused by a viral infection. There are five main hepatitis viruses, referred to as types A, B, C, D and E. These five […]
Today is International Day of Friendship ! Our world faces many challenges, crises and forces of division — such as poverty, violence, and human rights abuses — among many others — that undermine peace, security, development and social harmony among the world's peoples. To confront those crises and challenges, their root causes must be addressed […]
#WBW2025 will focus on environment and climate change. It will highlight our roles in supporting breastfeeding to create a sustainable environment while simultaneously reducing the impact of climate change caused by artificial feeding. #Breastfeeding can act as an equaliser in our society and efforts must be made to ensure everyone has access to breastfeeding support […]
Yorkshire Day is celebrated on August 1st. Yorkshire belongs to the United Kingdom and was formerly known as the County of York. The name came from it being the Shire of the city of York, commonly referred to as York’s Shire. It is the largest county in the U.K. and has always been recognized as […]
Single Working Women’s Day takes place on the 4th of August. Celebrated annually, this day recognises and honours the contributions of single working women to society. It highlights their strength, resilience, and the unique challenges they face while balancing work, family, and personal life. This day is an opportunity to celebrate their achievements and raise awareness […]
Imagine a world where setbacks are simply stepping stones. A world where a change in direction is not seen as failure, but as an opportunity to discover hidden talents and uncover new passions. This is the world we invite you to explore on #NationalOpportunityDay on 6th August. It’s a world where limitations are shattered, and […]
This year, National Allotment Week will run from 11-17th August with the theme of Allotments and Wellbeing. It's a great chance to explore how allotments support healthier lifestyles and stronger communities. Whether you're an experienced grower or just getting started, events are taking place across the UK. Gardening can help people cope with stress and […]
