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Every year on 22 March, the world marks World Water Day — a reminder that water is a human right and a foundation for health, dignity, and development. Yet, the …

Overview World Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD) Day is coordinated by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) in partnership with health professionals and patient groups worldwide. The …

Overview World Lung Day (WLD) is observed annually on September 25. It is a day for lung health advocacy and action, an opportunity for us all to unite and promote better lung health …

Overview #DYK On September 7, 1854, John Snow presented his findings from the Broad Street cholera outbreak to local officials—prompting the removal of the contaminated water pump handle. This action …

Overview World Mosquito Day is celebrated annually on 20 August to commemorate British doctor Sir Ronald Ross’s landmark discovery in 1897 that female Anopheles mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting malaria. …

Overview The World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year in the first week of August, championed by WHO, UNICEF, Ministries of Health and civil society partners around the globe. It’s …

Overview The World Lung Cancer Day is celebrated annually on August 1 to raise awareness about lung cancer, promote prevention, early detection, and improve access to treatment. It was established …

Overview The World Hepatitis Day, marked annually on 28 July, aims to increase awareness about viral hepatitis; a liver inflammation that can lead to serious liver disease and liver cancer. …

21 June 2025 Today marks the 11th International Day of Yoga, celebrated worldwide with this year’s powerful theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” This theme beautifully reminds us that …

Overview The International Day of the Midwife (IDM) is observed globally on 5th May to advocate for investment in quality midwifery care around the world, improving sexual, reproductive, maternal, newborn, …