ME Awareness Week Myalgic encephalomyelitis, also called chronic fatigue syndrome or ME/CFS, is a long-term condition with a wide range of symptoms. The most common symptom is extreme tiredness. ME/CFS … [continue] 12th-18th May ME Awareness Week
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12th May International Nurses Day
International Nurses Day Let’s be clear – nursing is not a calling or a vocation. Nursing is a highly-skilled, safety-critical profession. You are experts. You are leaders. And this Nurses’ … [continue] 12th May International Nurses Day
6th-12th May Deaf Awareness Week
Deaf Awareness Week Each year, the week brings awareness to the isolation that deaf people can experience, whilst promoting social inclusion of those with hearing loss. The week also generates awareness … [continue] 6th-12th May Deaf Awareness Week
6th-12th May Sun Awareness Week
Sun Awareness Week Although a BAD awareness week, we encourage members of the public to get involved in any way that they can – the key is raising awareness around … [continue] 6th-12th May Sun Awareness Week
5th May World Hand Hygiene Day
World Hand Hygiene Day Each year the SAVE LIVES: Clean Your Hands campaign aims to progress the goal of maintaining a global profile on the importance of hand hygiene in health care and to … [continue] 5th May World Hand Hygiene Day
5th May International Day of the Midwife
International Day of the Midwife On Sunday 5 May midwives across the world will be celebrating International Day of the Midwife 2024. This year’s’ theme is at the core of COP28 and strategies … [continue] 5th May International Day of the Midwife
May is National Walking Month
MAY IS LIVING STREETS’ NATIONAL WALKING MONTH! Walking is one of the easiest ways to improve our health and stay connected to our community, helping us feel less lonely and isolated. … [continue] May is National Walking Month
May is Action On Stroke Month
Action On Stroke Month Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. The impact of a stroke can be devastating. Life changes instantly, and recovery is tough. Two-thirds of people who survive … [continue] May is Action On Stroke Month
20th March World Oral Health Day
What is World Oral Health Day purpose? World Oral Health Day aims to empower people with the knowledge, tools and confidence to secure good oral health. Why is World Oral Health Day important? Oral diseases … [continue] 20th March World Oral Health Day
15th March World Sleep Day
The theme for this World Sleep Day is Sleep Equity for Global Health. Sleep is essential to health, but measurable differences in sleep health persist across populations across the world, creating additional … [continue] 15th March World Sleep Day
14th March World Kidney Day
World Kidney Day aims to raise awareness of the importance of our kidneys to our overall health and to reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and its associated … [continue] 14th March World Kidney Day
13th March National No Smoking Day
We all know smoking is bad for you, your family and your friends. There are lots of reasons to stop smoking as well as plenty of support to quit. It’s never … [continue] 13th March National No Smoking Day
11th-17th March Nutrition and Hydration Week
Nutrition and Hydration Week has taken place every March since 2012. Its purpose is to bring people together to create energy, focus and fun in order to highlight and educate … [continue] 11th-17th March Nutrition and Hydration Week
11th-15th March Healthcare Science Week
Healthcare Science Week, brings together over50 scientific specialisms and professional groups to celebrate and raise awareness of this diverse NHS workforce. Raise awareness of the diverse roles within healthcare science: … [continue] 11th-15th March Healthcare Science Week
8th March International Women’s Day
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 we … [continue] 8th March International Women’s Day
Think! Pharmacy First
Think Pharmacy First. Why are the Care Navigators referring me? Our Care Navigators might suggest trying the Pharmacy for minor illnesses, this is becoming the normal pathway for treatment. The … [continue] Think! Pharmacy First
Your GP Receptionists are now called Care Navigators!
General practice receptionists and admin staff have been given specialist training to help signpost patients to the right health professional or service at that first point of contact. The role … [continue] Your GP Receptionists are now called Care Navigators!
4th March World Obesity Day
What is obesity? Describes a person who has excess body fat. In the UK it’s estimated that around 1 in every 4 adults and around 1 in every 5 children aged … [continue] 4th March World Obesity Day
1st March Zero Discrimination Day
Zero Discrimination Day is an annual day celebrated on 1 March each year by the United Nations (UN) and other international organisations. The day aims to promote equality before the … [continue] 1st March Zero Discrimination Day
1st March Overseas NHS Workers Day
The National Health Service in the UK is a critical part of the nation, but it becomes even more so during difficult times–such as a pandemic. In the midst of … [continue] 1st March Overseas NHS Workers Day
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
WHAT IS ENDOMETRIOSIS? Endometriosis (pronounced en- doh – mee – tree – oh – sis) is the name given to the condition where cells similar to the ones in the … [continue] March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Ovarian cancer is most common in women and anyone with ovaries who has been through the menopause (usually over the age of 50). It can affect women and anyone with ovaries of any age. … [continue] March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
29th February Rare Disease Day
What is rare disease day? 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 … [continue] 29th February Rare Disease Day
26th February-3rd March Eating Disorder Awareness Week
An eating disorder is a mental health condition where you use the control of food to cope with feelings and other situations. Unhealthy eating behaviours may include eating too much … [continue] 26th February-3rd March Eating Disorder Awareness Week
20th February World Day of Social Justice
What is the World Day of Social Justice? The World Day of Social Justice is an annual day started by the UN. It aims to help us recognise that, despite … [continue] 20th February World Day of Social Justice
10th-24th February Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival (春节 – chūnjié) is the year of the Dragon (pronounced “loong” in Chinese) and festivities start February 10, 2024. The lunar new year, falls … [continue] 10th-24th February Chinese New Year
6th February International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM
6 February 2024 marks the 13th anniversary of the ‘International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation’, established by the United Nations General Assembly in line with the 2030 … [continue] 6th February International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM
6th February Safer Internet Day
Safer Internet Day takes place in February of each year to raise awareness of a safer and better internet for all, and especially for children and young people. As part … [continue] 6th February Safer Internet Day
5th-11th February Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week
Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of sexual abuse and violence and to provide an opportunity for any organisation or individual … [continue] 5th-11th February Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week
5th-11th February National HIV Testing Week
National HIV Testing Week is back! From Monday 5 February we’re calling on people across the country to test for HIV – and this year’s a special one as it marks a … [continue] 5th-11th February National HIV Testing Week
