World Polio Day raises awareness about polio and encourages people to support global efforts to eliminate this disease. Every year, health organisations, governments and communities work together to protect children through vaccination. In 2026, World Polio Day falls on Saturday, October 24. Although the world has made significant progress against polio, the fight is not…
World Mental Health Day is observed every year on October 10 to raise awareness about mental health, encourage open conversations and remind people to prioritise their emotional and psychological well-being. Mental health plays an important role in how people think, feel, work, build relationships and respond to everyday challenges. The day encourages individuals, families, workplaces…
Every year on September 29, World Heart Day brings global attention to cardiovascular health and encourages people to understand the risks linked to heart disease. In 2026, the World Heart Federation (WHF) continues its “Don’t Miss a Beat” campaign, focusing on recognising the warning signs of cardiovascular disease (CVD), protecting heart health and encouraging stronger…
Starting May 19, hundreds of World Health Organization (WHO) officials will meet with donors and diplomats in Geneva, all focused on one pressing question: how they will manage crises from mpox to cholera without support from their main funder, the United States. The annual assembly, with its week of sessions, votes, and policy decisions, usually…
