Awareness Days
Health awareness and important causes
Explore all 89 awareness days and observances with full details including history, fun facts, and ideas for how to celebrate. Each entry includes upcoming dates, related occasions, and frequently asked questions to help you make the most of every awareness celebration throughout the year.
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National Glaucoma Awareness Month
Protect your vision during Glaucoma Awareness Month! January highlights the importance of regular eye exams to detect this silent thief of…
National Blood Donor Day
Give the gift of life on National Blood Donor Day! Blood donation is one of the most meaningful ways to help others, as donated blood saves…
International Day of Clean Energy
International Day of Clean Energy on January 26 is the United Nations date for a just, inclusive shift toward cleaner power. Learn one…
National Heart Health Month
Love your heart during National Heart Health Month! February focuses on cardiovascular disease prevention and heart health. Heart disease…
National Cancer Awareness Day
Stand together in the fight against cancer on National Cancer Awareness Day! This important day promotes cancer prevention, early…
National Organ Donor Day
Share the gift of life on National Organ Donor Day! Organ donation gives hope to thousands of people waiting for life-saving transplants…
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Break the silence! National Eating Disorders Awareness Week educates about eating disorders and promotes early intervention. Millions…
National Nutrition Month
Nourish your body and mind throughout National Nutrition Month! This month-long awareness campaign promotes healthy eating habits and the…
National Kidney Month
Keep your kidneys healthy! March is National Kidney Month, raising awareness about kidney disease prevention and treatment. Learn how…
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Get screened! March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Screening saves lives - colon cancer is highly treatable when caught early. Wear…
National Sleep Awareness Week
Prioritize your sleep health during National Sleep Awareness Week! This important week raises awareness about the critical role sleep plays…
National Sleep Day
Catch some quality Z's and prioritize your rest on National Sleep Day! This important awareness day highlights the crucial role sleep plays…
National Poison Prevention Week
Prevent poisoning during National Poison Prevention Week! Poison Control centers handle millions of calls annually. Simple prevention steps…
World Day for Glaciers
World Day for Glaciers on March 21 is the United Nations date for ice that stores freshwater and shapes mountain climates. Learn one solid…
International Day of Zero Waste
International Day of Zero Waste on March 30 is the United Nations date for preventing waste before it fills a bin. Fix one leaky habit at…
National Donate Life Month
Give the gift of life during National Donate Life Month! This important American awareness campaign promotes organ, eye, and tissue…
National Autism Awareness Month
Light it up blue for Autism Awareness Month! April is dedicated to increasing understanding and acceptance of autism spectrum disorder…
National Minority Health Month
Address health disparities this April! National Minority Health Month highlights the importance of improving health outcomes in minority…
National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Put down the phone! April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Texting while driving kills thousands annually. Commit to focused, safe…
National Stress Awareness Month
Take control of stress during National Stress Awareness Month! Stress affects everyone, but chronic stress can have serious health…
National Autism Awareness Day
Promote understanding and acceptance of autism on National Autism Awareness Day! This important day raises awareness about autism spectrum…
World Health Day
Prioritize your health and well-being on World Health Day! This global awareness day focuses on promoting healthy lifestyles, preventing…
National Donate Life Day
Give the gift of life on National Donate Life Day! This important observance promotes organ, eye, and tissue donation, which saves and…
National Stress Awareness Day
Take a deep breath and focus on your mental well-being on National Stress Awareness Day! This important awareness day highlights the impact…