An Awareness day is an annual event that is designed to bring attention to a specific disease or disorder. These events are often organized by non-profit organizations, advocacy groups, and government agencies, and they typically involve a range of activities and initiatives to raise awareness and educate the public.
Such a special day can also serve as a way to show support for those who are affected by a particular condition. Many events include opportunities for individuals to share their stories and experiences and connect with others who may be going through similar challenges.
Overall, they play an important role in raising awareness and supporting those affected by diseases and disorders. They are an opportunity for individuals and organizations to come together to learn, share, and advocate for change.
Here you can read all our Blog Articles related to various awareness days.
Men’s Mental Health #MensHealthMonth
One of the biggest obstacles when dealing with men and their health is getting them to ask for help. This is especially true with psychological and emotional conditions. Statements like “big boys don’t cry” and “toughen up” are still heard …
Alcohol Awareness Week 2021
Alcohol Awareness Week 2021 – Alcohol & relationships The UK’s Alcohol Awareness Week runs from the 15th – 21st of November, and this year’s theme is alcohol and relationships. The premise of the week is to get people “thinking about …
World Suicide Prevention Day, September 10th, 2021
‘Creating Hope Through Action’ Since 2003 the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) and the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) have collaborated to host the World Suicide Prevention Day, annually on September 10th. The …
World Hepatitis Day, 28th July
World Hepatitis Day is a global public health campaign marked by the World Health Organization and observed on July 28 every year. Its aim is to encourage better awareness, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of an illness that kills close to …
World Mental Health Day – The Story of Stigmas
Our mental health is how we think, how we feel and how we behave. It affects our cognitive, psychological and emotional well-being, influencing our careers, education, daily routines, relationships and our overall perspective on life. It can lead to prolonged …
Overdose Awareness Day
Last week was international overdose awareness day, a day which started in 2012, originating in Australia, but aimed at raising awareness all over the world. Below are facts and Statistics around drug overdosing. 190,000 is the estimated number of deaths …
Addiction Awareness Week
New research in the United Kingdom confirms a steady rise of addiction across society. As levels of substance abuse soar, it is estimated that half of Britons know someone who suffers from addiction. An even greater proportion of the public …
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