About the Day World Kidney Day is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness of the importance of our kidneys. World Kidney Day comes back every year. All across the globe many hundred events take place from public screenings in Argentina to Zumba marathons in Malaysia. We do it all to create […]
International Day of Older Persons – 1 October 2024
Ageing is a natural phenomenon. The process has not often resulted in healthy active older persons who are still independent. As countries addressed communicable diseases and improved health and living conditions, a global trend for increase in life expectancy can be seen. Health services must be inclusive of the needs […]
World Thyroid Day – 25 May
« Established in 2008, World Thyroid Day highlights five major goals to: – Increase awareness of thyroid health, – Promote understanding of advances made in treating thyroid diseases, – Emphasize the prevalence of thyroid diseases, – Focus on the urgent need for education and prevention programs, and – Expand awareness of new treatment modalities.” The Logo […]
World Day for Safety and Health at Work – 28 April 2024
The impacts of climate change on occupational safety and health Climate change is already having serious impacts on planetary health, human health and the world of work. As this problem intensifies, workers around the globe find themselves at an increased risk of exposure to hazards such as excessive heat, ultraviolet […]
The Alphabet of Lent – Letter A
A for ABUNDANCE This is what each one desires, to own things, yes, but more still: to possess in abundance. We think immediately of money, material goods of all kinds. But one imagines also: excellent health, much power, influence over many people. To enjoy all that one can obtain and… […]
World Menopause Day – 18 October 2023
World Menopause Day is held each year on 18 October to raise awareness, break the stigma and highlight the support available for improving health and wellbeing for those experiencing menopause. Menopause is not just a gender or age issue, it is an organisational issue which can impact colleagues both directly […]
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Day – June 27
Every year on June 27th, Micro-, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Day raises awareness for e important role different sized enterprises play in meeting the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. #MicroSmallMediumSizedEnterprisesDay There are two classes of micro-, small and medium-sized enterprises. These classes include manufacturing enterprises and service enterprises. Businesses are […]
International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking – 26 June
The International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, or World Drug Day, is marked on 26 June every year, to strengthen action and cooperation in achieving the goal of a world free of drug abuse. And each year, individuals like yourself, entire communities, and various organizations all over the world […]
International Widows’ Day – 23 June
Invisible Women, Invisible Problems For many women around the world, the devastating loss of a partner is magnified by a long-term fight for their basic rights and dignity. Despite the fact that there are more than 258 million widows around the world, widows have historically been left unseen, unsupported, and […]
International Day of Families – 15 May 2023
2023 Theme: Demographic Trends and Families In late 2022, the world’s population has reached eight billion people. Characterised by the United Nations Secretary-General as a ‘milestone in human development’ this landmark event illustrates major advancements in health extending human lifespans. Population growth is to continue albeit at a decreasing rate. […]