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 […]

International Day of Epidemic Preparedness – 27 December

As exemplified by the ongoing coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic major infectious diseases and epidemics have devastating impacts on human lives, wreaking havoc on long-term social and economic development. Global health crises threaten to overwhelm already overstretched health systems, disrupt global supply chains and cause disproportionate devastation of the livelihoods of people, including women […]

World Osteoporosis Day – 20 October

World osteoporosis day is a global healthcare event observed every year on 20 October, followed by various awareness campaigns and activities to promote the early diagnosis of osteoporosis, its treatment and preventive tips for strong bones. The campaigns are mainly focused on encouraging people to take preventative measures for their […]

Journée mondiale pour la vue – 12 octobre 2023

Chaque année, le second jeudi d’octobre, les projecteurs se braquent sur une cause essentielle : la santé visuelle. C’est la Journée mondiale pour la vue, un rendez-vous dédié à la sensibilisation du public face aux défis liés à la cécité et à la déficience visuelle. Un contexte alarmant Selon l’Organisation […]

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons – 30 July 2023

THEME 2023: « Reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind » The campaign for World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2023 aims to raise awareness of disturbing developments and trends identified by UNODC and calls on governments, law enforcement, public services, and civil society to assess and enhance their efforts to strengthen […]