Mark Your Calendar – Key Public Health Days & Events to Remember
Health is wealth! and we all know that health and wellness are extremely important concerns for everyone. Let me tell you that in order to promote human well-being you need to know about health-related events to create awareness. Health events and days are more than just a list of times. In fact, these events offer a chance to share what people know about specific health conditions, improve understanding, and encourage better habits.
Ghurki Trust & Teaching Hospital, located in Lahore, is dedicated to providing the highest quality general health services to the community. Beyond offering exceptional healthcare, the hospital also takes a proactive stance in creating awareness and initiating events that are focused on promoting general health and preventing the spread of diseases throughout Pakistan.
Our goal is to give you the information and tools you need to be an involved and informed advocate for your own health and the health of your community. To celebrate health and well-being and make every day another opportunity to take steps in the direction of a healthier society, let’s learn about the Public Health Calenda and upcoming health events across the year!
Public Health Calendar Events Listing By Month
| Month | Day/Week | Health Event |
| January | 4 January | World Braille Day |
| Last Sunday in January | World Leprosy Day | |
| February | 4 February | World Cancer Day |
| 6 February | International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation | |
| Second Monday of February | International Epilepsy Day | |
| 11 February | International Day of Women and Girls in Science | |
| 15 February | International Childhood Cancer Day | |
| 20 February | World Day of Social Justice | |
| 28/29 February | Rare Disease Day | |
| March | 1 March | Zero Discrimination Day |
| 3 March | World Birth Defect Day World Hearing Day | |
| 4 March | World Obesity Day | |
| March 7-13 | World Glaucoma Week | |
| 8 March | International Women’s Day | |
| Second Thursday in March | World Kidney Day | |
| 20 March | International Day of HappinessWorld Oral Health Day | |
| 21 March | International Day for the Elimination of Racial DiscriminationWorld Down Syndrome Day | |
| 22 March | World Water Day | |
| 24 March | World Tuberculosis Day | |
| 25 March | International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members | |
| April | 2 April | World Autism Awareness Day |
| 6 April | International Day of Sport for Development and Peace | |
| 7 April | World Health Day | |
| 14 April | World Chagas Disease Day | |
| 21 April | World Creativity and Innovation Day | |
| 24 April | World Meningitis Day | |
| 25 April | World Malaria Day | |
| Last week of April | World Immunization Week | |
| 28 April | World Day for Safety and Health at Work | |
| May | First Tuesday in May | World Asthma Day |
| 5 May | World Hand Hygiene DayInternational Day of the Midwife | |
| 6-12 May | UN Global Road Safety Week | |
| 12 May | International Nurses Day | |
| 15 May | International Day of Families | |
| 19 May | World Family Doctor Day | |
| 17 May | International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and BiphobiaWorld Hypertension Day | |
| 23 May | International Day to End Obstetric Fistula | |
| 28 May | Menstrual Hygiene Day | |
| 31 May | World No-Tobacco Day | |
| June | 14 June | World Blood Donor Day |
| 15 June | World Elder Abuse Awareness Day | |
| 19 June | International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict | |
| 21 June | International Day of Yoga | |
| 26 June | International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking | |
| July | 11 July | World Population Day |
| 22 July | World Brain Day | |
| 25 July | World Drowning Prevention Day | |
| 28 July | World Hepatitis Day | |
| August | 1 to 7 August | World Breastfeeding Week |
| 12 August | International Youth Day | |
| 19 August | World Humanitarian Day | |
| 31 August | African Traditional Medicine Day | |
| September | 8 September | World Physical Therapy Day (World PT Day, World Physiotherapy Day) |
| 10 September | World Suicide Prevention Day | |
| 13 September | World Sepsis Day | |
| 17 September | World Patient Safety Day | |
| 21 September | World Alzheimer’s Day | |
| 25 September | World Pharmacists DayWorld Lung Day | |
| 26 September | World Contraception Day | |
| 28 September | World Rabies Day | |
| 29 September | World Heart Day | |
| October | 1 October | International Day for the Elderly |
| 2 October | International Day of Non-Violence | |
| 10 October | World Mental Health Day | |
| 11 October | International Day of the Girl Child | |
| 13 October | International Day for Disaster Reduction | |
| 14 October | World Sight Day | |
| Second Saturday of October | World Hospice and Palliative Care Day | |
| 15 October | International Day of Rural Women | |
| 16 October | World Food DayWorld Anesthesia Day | |
| 20 October | World Statistics DayWorld Osteoporosis Day | |
| 24 October | United Nations DayWorld Polio Day | |
| 29 October | World Psoriasis DayWorld Stroke Day | |
| 31 October | World Cities Day | |
| November | 3 November | One Health Day |
| 12 November | World Pneumonia Day | |
| 18-24 November | World Antibiotic Awareness Week | |
| 14 November | World Diabetes Day | |
| 16 November | International Day for Tolerance | |
| 19 November | World Toilet Day | |
| Third Sunday of November | World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims | |
| 18 November | World Day of Research for Health | |
| 20 November | Universal Children’s Day | |
| 25 November | International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women | |
| December | 1 December | World AIDS Day |
| 3 December | International Day of Persons with Disabilities | |
| 5 December | International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social DevelopmentFCHV Day | |
| 9 December | International Anti-Corruption Day | |
| 10 December | Human Rights Day | |
| 12 December | International Universal Health Coverage Day | |
| 20 December | International Human Solidarity Day |
We Are Dedicated To Promote 365 Days Of Health
The significance of global health events and observances cannot be overstated. These events play a crucial role in raising awareness about various health issues, promoting preventative measures, and advocating for better healthcare practices. Ghurki Trust & Teaching Hospital, as a leading healthcare institution in Pakistan, is committed to the promotion of health and well-being.
Recognized as one of the best trust hospitals in Lahore, we actively participate in and support these important health events. By engaging with us during these events, you gain access to expert Heart Health Tips in Lahore, valuable insights into Women’s Health at our clinic, and comprehensive Vascular Health Check services. Our team of certified doctors, including Child Health Specialists, is dedicated to nurturing a healthier future for Pakistan.
Because of our extensive range of services and constant dedication to health promotion, Ghurki Trust & Teaching Hospital is a shining example of what it means to provide excellent healthcare in Pakistan. Take part in our Hospital donation programs to promote public health events and make medication services available for all deserving patients. Donate Now!