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Theme: “Prioritise breastfeeding—Create sustainable Support systems"

1-7 AUGUST 2025

World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated annually from 1st to 7th August. It is an international event with an aim of raising awareness about the importance of breastfeeding for infants' health and well-being.

The 2025 theme is, “Prioritise breastfeeding—Create sustainable Support systems".

Breastfeeding is not just a mother's responsibility — it's a shared commitment that needs strong community and system-level support.

WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK
21 JULY 2025

PRESIDENT'S DAY
1 JULY 2025

SIR SERETSE KHAMA DAY
Theme: "Innovation for Every Skin, Powered by AI".

25 JUNE 2025

Vitiligo affects millions but it doesn't define anyone.
Vitiligo is a skin disorder in which the skin cell melanocytes that produce melanin are destroyed by the body's immune system which then causes the skin to lose its colour and resulting in whitish, smooth patches on the skin.

This year, 2025, the theme for World Vitiligo Day is "Innovation for Every Skin, Powered by AI". It highlights that vitiligo diagnosis, treatment, and patient care are being revolutionized by artificial intelligence.

Every shade is beautiful

WORLD VITILIGO DAY
16 JUNE 2025

INTERNATION DAY OF THE AFRICAN CHILD
15 JUNE 2025

FATHERS'DAY
Theme: “Unmasking the Appeal"

31 MAY 2025

World No Tobacco Day 2025 is being observed across the world today, with the aim to raise awareness about the consequences of tobacco consumption and encouraging people to quit smoking.

On this day, we’re calling out the truth behind the smoke; to say it’s not just a habit, it’s a harm.
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‎The 2025 theme, “Unmasking the Appeal”, urges the public to recognize and resist the tactics used by tobacco companies, especially those targeting youth.

Say NO to tobacco!

WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY
Theme: “YOUR DIGESTIVE HEALTH. NOURISH TO FLOURISH"

29 MAY 2025

Today, we observe World Digestive Health Day
Proper nutrition, regular exercise, and timely medical check-ups are all essential for a happy gut. Digestive health is very crucial for overall well-being, impacting everything from nutrient absorption to immune function.

WORLD DIGESTIVE HEALTH DAY
Theme: “CARING FOR NURSES, STRENGTHEN ECONOMIES"

12 MAY 2025

Happy International Nurses Day to all the nurses - without you health systems all over the world will collapse. We all appreciate what you do.

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY
Theme: “Make Inhaled Treatments Accessible for ALL "

6 MAY 2025

Asthma happens when a person's airways become inflamed, narrow and swollen, producing extra mucous, which makes it difficult to breathe.

The theme for World Asthma Day 2025 is "Make Inhaled Treatments Accessible for ALL". This theme focuses on the need to ensuring that people with asthma have access to inhaled medications, which are very essential for controlling the underlying disease and treating attacks.

WORLD ASTHMA DAY
Theme: “IT MIGHT BE GLOVES.ITS ALWAYS HAND HYGIENE "

5 MAY 2025

Today is World Hand Hygiene Day, a day which serves as a reminder to individuals, healthcare workers, and organizations to practice proper hand hygiene and promote its importance to others.

Good hand hygiene involves washing hands thoroughly with soap and water. It is a simple yet effective way to reduce the transmission of germs and bacteria that can cause illnesses such as cold and flu. By taking simple steps to keep hands clean, we can protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our communities from the spread of infectious diseases, leading to a healthier and safer world.

Regardless of whether gloves are worn or not, hand hygiene at the right times and in the right way, is still one of the most important measures to protect those receiving care as well as health and care workers.

WORLD HYGIENE DAY
Theme: “Safety and Health of Workers. Digitalization and the Future of Work "

1 MAY 2025

Happy International Labour Day 2025!

Today is the day on which we honor the hardworking workforce who keep our world moving forward.

This year's theme, “Safety and Health of Workers. Digitalization and the Future of Work", is set to remind us of the urgent need to protect those who power our economies. Safe workplaces with fair access to digital tools and respect for the workforce must be our priority.

Let’s stand together for fairness, equity, and dignity for all workers!

INTERNATIONAL LABOUR DAY
Theme: “Malaria ends with us: Reinvest, Reimagine and Reignite "

25 April 2025

Today is World Malaria Day!
Malaria is caused by parasites of the Plasmodium group and it is spread through the bites of infected Anopheles mosquitoes. Malaria is preventable and curable but still its impact causes many deaths every year worldwide.
We must all harness innovation to reduce the malaria burden and in that way, saving lives. Educate yourself and your loved ones about the symptoms, causes, and treatment of malaria.

Take malaria prophylaxis is you are traveling to an area where malaria is common.

WORLD MALARIA DAY
Theme: “ IMMUNISATION FOR ALL IS HUMANLY POSSIBLE"

24-30 April 2025

The goal of World Immunization Week is for more people and their communities to be protected from vaccine-preventable diseases.

This is a week in which we celebrate the power of vaccines in protecting our health and preventing the spread of diseases. Vaccines have been one of the most effective public health interventions saving countless lives.

We join the global effort for World Immunization Week, themed "Immunization for All is Humanly Possible." The goal is to simply ensure that everyone, at every age, has access to life-saving vaccines, in that way protecting communities from preventable diseases.

WORLD IMMUNIZATION WEEK
Theme: ““Access for All: Women and Girls Bleed Too "

17 April 2025

Hemophilia is a rare, genetic bleeding disorder characterized by a partial or total deficiency of a clotting factor, leading to a tendency to bleed into various tissues in the body.

This year’s theme, “Access for All: Women and Girls Bleed Too,” calls for greater equity in diagnosis, care, and treatment. Despite facing similar challenges, many women and girls living with bleeding disorders remain undiagnosed, misunderstood, and underserved.

WORLD HEMOPHILIA DAY
Theme: “ HEALTHY BEGINNINGS, HOPEFUL FUTURES"

7 April 2025

Today is World Health Day!

On this day, we celebrate the importance of health and well-being for everyone, everywhere. This year’s theme, "Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures," which according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), will urge governments and the health community to ramp up efforts to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths, and to prioritize women’s longer-term health and well-being.

Let’s work together to ensure every mother and baby not only survives but thrives.

WORLD HEALTH DAY
Theme: “ IMPROVE OUR SUPPORT SYSTEMS"

21 March 2025

𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐬𝐲𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐚 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞.
Down syndrome usually causes varying degrees of intellectual and physical disability and associated medical issues.
World Down Syndrome Day is a day on which we celebrate the beautiful individuals with Down syndrome and the love, joy and strength they bring into the world.

World Down Syndrome Day 2025 is all about "Improve our Support Systems", a message which aims at raising awareness about the support needs of those with Down Syndrome and those who care for them.

WORLD DOWN SYNDROMME DAY
Theme: “ A HAPPY MOUTH IS A HAPPY MIND"

20 March 2025

World Oral health Day is celebrated on the 20th of March every year, the world to unite to help reduce the burden of oral diseases, which affect individuals, health systems and economies everywhere.

The purpose of this day is to empower people with the knowledge, tools and confidence to secure good oral health.
Remember to make your oral health a priority! A happy mouth, is a happy mind!!

WORLD ORAL HEALTH DAY
Theme: “ 𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙆𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙮𝙨 𝙤𝙠? 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙮,𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙆𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝"

13 March 2025

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐲 !!!
The theme for this year is "𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙆𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙮𝙨 𝙤𝙠? 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙮,𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙆𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝"
This theme highlights the importance of identifying kidney issues early to prevent serious complications.

𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙠𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙮𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙮;
1.Keep fit and active
2.Keep regular control of your blood sugar
3.Monitor your blood pressure
4.Eat healthy and keep a healthy weight
5.Maintain healthy fluid intake
6.Do not smoke
7.Avoid using over the counter medications
8.Check your kidney function if you have one or more risk factors (e.g. diabetes, hypertension, HIV)

WORLD KIDNEY DAY
Theme: “ Accelerate Action"

8 March 2025

This year’s theme, “Accelerate Action,”
highlights the urgency of making swift and effective strides toward gender equality.

WOMEN'S DAY
Theme: “ Changing Systems, Healthier Lives"

4 March 2025

Obesity is a medical condition that affects many. There are many contributing factors to it including genetics, lifestyle choices, some medical conditions, medications and mental health.

𝙊𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜:
𝙏𝙮𝙥𝙚 2 𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙨
𝙃𝙮𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣
𝙁𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙮 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧
𝙊𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙨
𝙈𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 - 𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙛 𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙢, 𝙙𝙚𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙖𝙣𝙭𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙚𝙩𝙘

WORLD OBESITY DAY
Theme: “"Changing Mindsets: Empower Yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all"

3 March 2025

World Hearing Day is held on 3 March each year to raise awareness of how to prevent deafness and hearing loss and to promote ear and hearing care across the world.

The theme for this year is"Changing Mindsets: Empower Yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all" . This theme reminds us that hearing loss is not just a medical condition but rather it is a challenge which with awareness, action, and a change in perspective, can be overcome.

WORLD HEARING DAY
Theme: “United by Unique”

4 February 2025

This is an opportunity to empower individuals, organizations, and communities to take action against cancer.

On this day, we show honour for the strength and resilience of cancer patients, support caregivers and also raise awareness about prevention and early detection, and advocate for improved access to high-quality cancer care.

WORLD CANCER DAY
1-31 January 2025

January is cervical cancer awareness month. Fighting cervical cancer include;
Getting HPV vaccination
Screening for cervical cancer (PAP smear and HPV screening)
Diagnosing cervical cancer on time
Getting treatment on time

CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Theme: "Taking the Rights Path; My Health my right"

1st December 2024

World Aids Day is celebrated every year on December 1 as a means to serve an opportunity to unite in the fight against HIV and to show support for people living with HIV while also remembering those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses.

The theme for this day, "Taking the Rights Path; My Health my right", simply emphasizes the importance of taking the right path in our journey towards ending AIDS. This path includes awareness, education and compassion. Let us continue to advocate for the rights of individuals affected by HIV/AIDS,by ensuring that they have access to the healthcare, support, and every resource they need.

World AIDS Day
Theme: "Positive Male Role Models"

19th November 2024

Happy International Men’s Day!
On this day, we appreciate the men who stand as role models, inspiring while also leading and uplifting those around them proving that leadership and kindness go hand in hand.

International Mens Day
Theme: "Breaking Barriers: Bridging Gaps"

14th November 2024

Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease which is characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose (or blood sugar), which over time leads to serious damage to other organs.

Diabetes is a silent epidemic, and it is the right time to take control of our lives and defeat it!

World Diabetes Day
Theme: "Every Breath Counts: Stop Pneumonia in its tracks"

12th November 2024

Pneumonia is a form of acute respiratory infection which affects the lungs and can either be caused by viruses, bacteria, or fungi.

World Pneumonia Day is put as a reminder that every breath is precious, especially for those most vulnerable to this life-threatening disease. Pneumonia is preventable, but without action, it remains a leading cause of death in young children.

Pneumonia can be serious, but with the right care, it’s preventable and treatable! Together, we can make life saving differences!

World Pneumonia Day
Theme: "Radigraphers;Seeing the Unseen"

8th November 2024

It’s World Radiography Day!
On this day, we celebrate the vital role that radiography plays in the overall healthcare by providing imaging that helps to diagnose, treat, and monitor patients.

World Radiography Day
Theme: "GET YOUR MO!"

1st-30th November 2024

It is #Movember time!!!
Movember is a leading charity changing the face of men’s health on a global scale, focusing on mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. Across the world, men are dying six years earlier than women, and for largely preventable reasons. By 2030, the movement aims to reduce the number of men dying prematurely by 25% .

What are you doing this Movember? GET YOUR MO!

MOVEMBER
Theme: "Say No to fragile Bones"

20th October 2024

World Osteoporosis Day is just a reminder to protect our bones and prevent osteoporosis.
Prioritize your bone health and always remember that early detection and care can help prevent osteoporosis.

World Osteoporosis Day
Theme: #UniquelyCP

6th October 2024

We celebrate the wonderful people with cerebral palsy. We join their families, supporters and organisations to raise awareness for cerebral palsy with the theme, #UniquelyCP! This theme emphasizes that every member of the cerebral palsy community is unique with unique passions, pursuits and identities.

World Cerebral Palsy Day
1-31 October 2024

Early detection saves lives. Do not forget to book your breast cancer screening.

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Theme: “Use Heart for Action"

29th September

This World Heart Day, we’re committed to raising awareness about heart health while at the same time encouraging everyone to make heart-friendly choices.
This may be through eating nutritious food staying active and also managing stress.

Take care of your heart, and it will take care of you.

World Heart Day
Theme: “Pharmacists: Meeeting Global Health Needs"

25th September

September 25th is World Pharmacist Day. On this day we celebrate the dedication and hard work of pharmacists who are vital in improving healthcare worldwide, we celebrate their invaluable role in safeguarding public health, ensuring safe and effective use of medications, while also contributing to healthier communities.

We are grateful to all the pharmacists for their dedication and commitment to quality healthcare!

World Pharmacist Day
Theme: “Improving Diagnosis for Patient Safety""

17th September

World Patient Safety Day serves as a global platform to raise awareness about patient safety and encourage actions to improve it.

This year theme for World Patient Safety Day, “Improving Diagnosis for Patient Safety; Get it Right, Make it Safe!”, aims at emphasizing how crucial it is to have accurate and timely diagnoses to keep everyone safe and healthy.

Together, we can enhance safety and build a stronger, safer healthcare system for all!

World Patient Safety Day
Theme: “Its time for of some honest talk about how we are feeling"

15th September

World Lymphoma Awareness Day is celebrated every year on the 15th of September to raise awareness about lymphoma, which is a type of blood cancer that affects the immune system.

Early detection and timely treatment are crucial to fighting this disease.

This year's theme is “It's time for some honest talk about how we're feeling,” and it aims at highlighting the emotional impact of living with lymphoma.

World Lymphoma Awareness Day
Theme: “Changing the Narrative on Suicide"

10th September

World Suicide Prevention Day is a reminder to each one of us that we can save many lives just by being there if someone needs us.

Always spread a message of hope to others, lets us continually create a comfortable environment that will enable others to freely seek help. Let's listen, validate and understand their emotions. We all have got a part to play and together we can save lives!

This World Suicide Prevention Day, remember you don’t have to go through tough times alone.

World Suicide Prevention Day
Theme: “Lower Back Pain and the Role of Physiotherapy in Its Management and Prevention"

8th September

This is a special day, in which we honor the incredible physiotherapists who help us move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives! Whether recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or improving mobility, physiotherapy plays a crucial role in enhancing our overall well-being. We appreciate the transformative impact of physiotherapy on physical health, mobility, and well-being.

World Physiotherapy Day
Theme:"CLOSING THE GAP, BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT FOR ALL""

1st- 7th August 2024

World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated annually from 1st to 7th August. It is an international event with an aim of raising awareness about the importance of breastfeeding for infants' health and well-being.

World Breastfeeding Week
Theme:"ITS TIME FOR ACTION"

28th July 2024

Today, we stand together to raise awareness about hepatitis and work towards a world free of this preventable and treatable disease. The theme for this year, "It's Time for Action," calls on all of us to take decisive steps to prevent new infections, provide better access to testing and treatment, and eliminate stigma.

World Hepatitis Day
Theme: United By Skin

25th June 2024

World Vitiligo Day is observed annually on the 25th of June. This is a global initiative that is dedicated to raising awareness about vitiligo, which is a skin condition characterized by the loss of pigment resulting to irregular white patches on the skin.

World Vitiligo Day
"Hope through Progress: Advancing sickle cell care globally"

19th June 2024

Sickle Cell Disease is a genetic blood disorder which characterized by red blood cells that assume an abnormal, rigid, sickle shape. These sickle-shaped cells can block blood flow and break down prematurely, therefore leading to various complications such as pain, infections, acute chest syndrome, and stroke.

World Sickle Cell Day
THEME: “Taking the Mask Off”

18th June 2024

Today is World Autistic Pride Day, a day on which we celebrate the unique perspectives and strengths of individuals with autism.

The theme for this year is “Taking the Mask Off”. It highlights the importance of embracing one’s natural behaviours, preferences, and ways of interacting with the world.

World Autistic Pride Day
THEME: ""𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀!"

14th June 2024

Donating blood is the most selfless act of service that one can render to humanity. As a blood donor, you have the power to rescue an individual's life and your impact extends far beyond that. With every blood donation, you become a lifeline for many, spreading the gift of life and impacting countless lives in profound ways. Every single blood donation is a precious lifesaving gift, and repeat donation is the key to building a safe and sustainable blood supply.

World Blood Donor Day