World Sight Day is 8th October 2026, and focuses the world’s attention on the importance of eye care in young people and inspiring children everywhere to love their eyes. Together, The International Agency of the Prevention of Blindness are creating a world where every child has eye health that is accessible, available and affordable. Starting […]
What is Baby Loss Awareness Week? Baby Loss Awareness Week happens every year between 9th and 15th October to raise awareness of baby loss and campaign for the provision of better bereavement care. The final day of the week, 15th October, is International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day. This is marked by the #GlobalWaveOfLight […]
On World Mental Health Day, let’s all come together to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. Talking about our mental health can help us cope better with life’s ups and downs. So, on World Mental Health Day and beyond it, why not check in with your friends, family, peers, or colleagues? […]
World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is today and is a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about hospice and palliative care, essential services that improve the quality of life for individuals with life-limiting illnesses. This day highlights the compassionate care provided by hospices and palliative care providers and advocates for access to these services […]
National Coming Out Day is an annual celebration which takes place on 11 October every year. Over the last few decades since National Coming Out Day was first recognised, we’ve seen huge progress for the LGBTQ+ community, with legislation on same-sex marriage, discrimination laws, and educational reforms all helping to protect and support LGBTQ+ people. […]
Today is World Food Day and is celebrated across 150 countries. World Food Day is a global observance dedicated to tackling hunger and ensuring healthy diets for all. It draws attention to the millions still facing food insecurity, urging collective action to build resilient, sustainable agrifood systems and reduce food waste. The day was created by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in […]
World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th of October. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing. The theme this year is "Chronic Pain At Midlife" Chronic pain affects a significant proportion of women during and after the […]
Today is International Stuttering Awareness Day. While many people may develop a #Stutter in childhood, it is quite common for them to "grow out" it as they age. However, this doesn't make a stutter any less of a challenge for the individuals who live with a stutter. Fortunately, there are resources for people who develop […]
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