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Latest: International Day of People with Disabilities: 3 December

First launched in 1992, the day is hosted by the United Nations (UN) and encourages business leaders across the globe to value the unique contributions of disabled people.

Published on 28 Nov 2023

International Volunteers Day: 5 December

International Volunteers Day takes place 5 December every year and is a chance to recognise the fantastic contribution volunteers make to our communities and to say thank you.

Published on 28 Nov 2023

Grief Awareness Week: 2 – 8 December 2023

Grief Awareness Week is run by the Good Grief Trust Organisation.  The aim of the week is to raise awareness of the impact of grief and to break the taboo around talking about grief.

Published on 28 Nov 2023

World Diabetes Day: 14th November

World Diabetes Day was created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organisation in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat posed by diabetes.

Published on 01 Nov 2023

International Stress Awareness Week: 30 October - 3 November 2023

International Stress Awareness Week was created in 2018 to raise awareness about stress prevention. This year marks 25 years since the establishment of Stress Awareness Day, which is held on the first Wednesday in November each year and has been since 1998.

Published on 01 Nov 2023

World Menopause Day - 18 October 2023

The menopause is a natural stage of life that millions of women experience. It is marked by changes in hormones and the ending of menstruation.

Published on 01 Oct 2023

Stoptober 2023

Starting on 1 October quit smoking this Stoptober. There’s never been a better time to quit. Stopping smoking is the best thing you can do for your own health and those around you.

Published on 01 Oct 2023

World Mental Health Day - 10 October 2023

Mental health problems can affect anyone, any day of the year, but 10 October is a great day to show your support for better mental health and start looking after your own wellbeing.

Published on 01 Oct 2023

Know your numbers week - 4-10 September 2023

Know Your Numbers Week encourages people to get their blood pressure tested. Many people have high blood pressure without knowing it which can cause other health problems.

Published on 01 Sep 2023

Sleep - September 2023

Sleep is essential, it is as important to our bodies as eating, drinking, and breathing, and is vital for maintaining good mental and physical health.

Published on 01 Sep 2023

World suicide prevention day - 10 September 2023

World Suicide Prevention Day is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP). The purpose of this day is to raise awareness around the globe that suicide can be prevented.

Published on 01 Sep 2023

National fitness day - 20 September 2023

National Fitness Day 2023 will take place on Wednesday 20th September and is a chance to highlight the role physical activity plays across the UK.

Published on 01 Sep 2023