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  What is Autism Acceptance Month? Autism Acceptance Month is an annual event that aims to promote not only awareness of Autism and Autistic people but also cultivate acceptance. This … [continue] World Autism Acceptance Month

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month…#PassItOn! They say knowledge is power, so this April we’re asking everyone to share important information about bowel cancer. Will you help #PassItOn? The earlier … [continue] Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Month falls in April each year. IBS is the most common disorder of the digestive system, with up to one third of the UK population … [continue] IBS Awareness Month

  What is Stress Awareness Month? Stress Awareness Month is an annual event observed every April since 1992, dedicated to increasing public awareness about the causes and cures of stress. … [continue] Stress Awareness Month

  World TB Day observed annually on 24th March, amplifies the urgency of ending tuberculosis – the world’s deadliest infectious disease. TB continues to devastate millions globally, inflicting severe health, … [continue] World Tuberculosis (TB) Day – 24th March 2025

What is World Down Syndrome Day? World Down Syndrome Day is on 21st March every year. It is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United … [continue] World Down Syndrome Day

A Happy Mouth Is…. A Happy Mind From 2024 to 2026, Toothie, FDI’s beloved mascot takes the centre stage in an exciting movie inspired journey. This year, we want you … [continue] World Oral Health Day – 20th March 2025

The mission is to create a global movement that will reinforce, focus, energise, create activity and engagement for nutrition and hydration as a fundamental element to maintaining the health and … [continue] Nutrition and Hydration Week – 17th till 23rd March 2025

  World Sleep Day 2025 is Friday, March 14 and incorporates the theme Make Sleep Health a Priority. The scientific evidence is clear: your sleep is essential to health and … [continue] World Sleep Day

  Isn’t kidney disease just caused by lifestyle choices?  Kidney disease doesn’t affect many people, does it? Transplants are a cure for kidney disease, right? #DontKidYourself If, like us, you’re … [continue] World Kidney Day

  Young Carers Action Day is an annual event that takes place in mid-March. The day is organised and led by Carers Trust, and we encourage as many organisations, communities … [continue] Young Carers Action Day

When is National No Smoking Day? National No Smoking Day is an annual day of awareness that always takes place on the second Wednesday of March. Inaugurated on Ash Wednesday … [continue] National No Smoking Day – 12th March 2025

  World Glaucoma Week is a global initiative organised by the World Glaucoma Association. They invite patients, eye care providers, health officials and the public to join forces in organising … [continue] World Glaucoma Week – 9th till 15th March 2025

  Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together … [continue] International Women’s Day

Endometriosis Action Month 2025 #EndometriosisExplained Endometriosis impacts 1 in 10 women and those assigned female at birth in the UK, yet so many are still unaware of the condition and … [continue] Endometriosis Awareness Month

What is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month?   Every March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. It’s our chance to put ovarian cancer in the spotlight. In the UK, over 7,000 women … [continue] Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Rare Disease Day is the globally-coordinated movement on rare diseases, working towards equity in social opportunity, healthcare, and access to diagnosis and therapies for people living with a rare disease. … [continue] Rare Diseases Day – 28th February 2025

  Alcohol and cancer… let’s talk. Cancer Prevention Action Week 2025 campaign is highlighting the links between alcohol and cancer. Every year, World Cancer Research Fund holds Cancer Prevention Action … [continue] Cancer Prevention Action Week – 17th to 23rd February 2025

The Epilepsy Foundation is proud to join the epilepsy community in recognising the second Monday in February as International Epilepsy Day. What is International Epilepsy Day? International Epilepsy Day started in 2015 … [continue] International Epilepsy Day – 10th February 2025

What is Time to Talk Day? Time to Talk Day is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. It’s a day for friends, families, communities and workplaces to come together to … [continue] Time To Talk Day – 6th February 2025

The World Cancer Day 2025’s campaign “United by Unique” is about placing people at the centre of cancer care. United in our goals, unique in our needs. That is the World … [continue] World Cancer Day – 4th February 2025

  Tinnitus Awareness Week is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about tinnitus, a common condition characterised by the perception of noise or ringing in the ears. This week-long … [continue] Tinnitus Awareness Week – 3rd to 9th February 2025

What is Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week and when does it happen? Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of … [continue] Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week – 3rd to 9th February 2025

  What is Children’s Mental Health Week? Children’s Mental Health Week is a mental health awareness week that launched by children’s mental health charity, Place2Be. The week exists to empower, … [continue] Children Mental Health Week 3rd – 9th February 2025

February is Dignity Action Month. Dignity Action Month is an annual opportunity for health and social care workers, and members of the public to uphold people’s rights to dignity and … [continue] Dignity Action Month

Raynaud’s Awareness Month, observed throughout the month of February, aims to raise awareness about Raynaud’s phenomenon, a condition that affects blood circulation in extremities such as fingers and toes. It’s … [continue] Raynaud’s Awareness Month

    February is International Boost Your Self-Esteem Month.  Good self-esteem is important for both colleagues and people we support. Self-esteem is how you feel about yourself and can change … [continue] Boost Your Self-Esteem Month