• LDN (Low Dose Naltrexone) Awareness Week

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    LDN Awareness Week is an international campaign focused on Low Dose Naltrexone, a repurposed medicine being studied as a treatment for autoimmune diseases, chronic pain, mental health conditions, and certain...

  • National Call-In Day for Health Reform

    United States , United States

    National Call-In Day for Health Reform is observed annually on 20 October in the United States, encouraging citizens to contact their elected representatives directly to advocate for improved healthcare access,...

  • National Witch Hazel Day

    United States , United States

    National Witch Hazel Day takes place every year on 21 October. It celebrates witch hazel, the North American shrub whose distilled extract has been a fixture of medicine cabinets for...

  • Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day

    International

    Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day takes place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026. The observance raises awareness of iodine deficiency, one of the world's most preventable causes of impaired brain...

  • BRA Day USA

    United States , United States

    BRA Day USA, which stands for Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day, is observed annually on the third Wednesday of October in the United States. In 2026, this falls on Wednesday, 21...

  • International Stammering Awareness Day

    International

    Every October 22, voices around the world come together to celebrate something deeply human: the courage to speak, and the right to be heard. International Stammering Awareness Day (ISAD) is...

  • World Polio Day

    International

    Every year on October 24, global communities unite on World Polio Day to raise awareness about the fight to eradicate poliovirus and protect children through vaccination. This day marks the...

  • Wear it Pink 2026

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    Wear It Pink 2026 is an annual event that invites people to wear pink clothing or accessories to show their support for breast cancer awareness and research. This vibrant and...

  • National Senior UTI Awareness Day

    United States , United States

    National Senior UTI Awareness Day takes place every year on 24 October and highlights how urinary tract infections affect older adults differently from younger people. The day urges families, carers...

  • My Best Winter Skin Day

    International

    My Best Winter Skin Day takes place on Saturday, 24 October 2026. The observance raises awareness of how to care for your skin through the colder months and marks the...

  • National Hope for Henry Day

    United States , United States

    National Hope for Henry Day takes place on 25 October 2026. It is an annual observance created by the Hope for Henry Foundation, a United States charity that works to...

  • National Microneedling Day

    United States , United States

    National Microneedling Day takes place on 26 October each year, with the 2026 observance falling on Monday, 26 October. It is a skincare and aesthetics awareness day created by Crown...

  • International Brain Tumour Awareness Week 2026

    International

    International Brain Tumour Awareness Week 2026 is a dedicated week-long observance that aims to raise awareness about brain tumours and their impact on individuals and their families. This important week...

  • Psoriasis Awareness Day

    International

    Observed each year on October 29, World Psoriasis Day unites global communities to raise awareness about psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. The day highlights the challenges faced by the 125 million...

  • National Bandana Day

    International

    National Bandanna Day is Australia's flagship fundraising and awareness campaign run by the charity Canteen, supporting young people aged 12 to 25 who are impacted by cancer. People across the...

  • World Vegan Day 2026

    World Vegan Day 2026 is a global celebration of veganism and its positive impact on the planet, animals, and human health. This annual event encourages people around the world to...

  • National Brush Day 2026

    United States , United States

    National Brush Day 2026 is an annual observance dedicated to promoting good oral health practices, especially among children and young adults. This day serves as a reminder of the importance...

  • COPD Awareness Month 2026

    United States , United States

    COPD Awareness Month 2026 is a dedicated time to raise awareness about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and its impact on individuals and communities. This month-long campaign seeks to educate...

  • Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2026

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2026 is an annual observance dedicated to increasing awareness about lung cancer, its risk factors, early detection, and treatment options. This month-long campaign brings together healthcare...

  • Mouth Cancer Action Month 2026

    United Kingdom , United Kingdom

    Mouth Cancer Action Month 2026 is an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness about mouth cancer, its risk factors, and the importance of early detection and prevention. This month-long initiative...