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20 events,On Zero Discrimination Day, 1 March, we celebrate the right of everyone to live a full and productive life—and live it with dignity. Zero Discrimination Day highlights how people can become informed about and promote inclusion, compassion, peace and, above all, a movement for change. Zero Discrimination Day is helping to create a global movement […] A campaign to raise awareness about endometriosis, a condition affecting 1 in 10 women, focusing on education, research funding, and support for those living with chronic pelvic pain. Dedicated to raising awareness of MS, an unpredictable disease of the central nervous system, and supporting the community through advocacy and research for a cure. This National Kidney Month, you have the power to create a future filled with clarity, compassion and hope for everyone affect by kidney disease. With your generosity, we’re able to: Fund research and technology to advance early detection, improve treatment, and expand transplant access. Equip patients and families with knowledge, resources, and access to high-quality […] Colorectal cancer is the deadliest cancer in people under 50 and the second deadliest overall. This March, it’s time to say “Enough” and demand innovation that meets the scale of this disease. We've had #EnoughCRC. Join the movement Every March, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) leads the nation in observing Brain Injury Awareness Month. This year, we have exciting new developments for the brain injury community, including new advocacy initiatives, events, fundraising opportunities, and more. March is Autoimmune Awareness Month. Together, we’re shining a light on diseases that are too often misunderstood. Join us in raising awareness, creating hope, and driving progress toward better future. Formerly Hemophilia Awareness Month, this observance was expanded to include all inheritable bleeding disorders to foster community and education. Multiple myeloma blood cancer is reported to affect more than 176,000 people worldwide each year. However, this number likely underestimates the true impact of the disease. In many parts of the world, myeloma is underdiagnosed or not consistently reported. Myeloma is the 2nd most common blood cancer, but awareness remains low. Together, we can change that. Every […] Observed from March 13th to April 15th (but often recognized for the full month of March) to celebrate deaf history and the contributions of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. An annual nutrition education campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to help people make informed food choices. A month dedicated to ending the silence and stigma surrounding self-injury, encouraging healthy coping mechanisms and professional help. Recognizes the dedication of social workers who help millions of people overcome life’s hurdles and improve their well-being. A month-long celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society, recognizing those who have paved the way for future generations. A time to reflect on the progress made toward gender equality and to advocate for the elimination of discrimination and bias in all sectors of life. #BiHealthMonth, founded and led annually by the Bisexual Resource Center, raises awareness about the bisexual+ (bi, pansexual, fluid, queer, etc.) community’s social, economic and health disparities; advocates for resources; and inspires actions to improve bi+ people’s well-being. Focuses on the importance of inclusion and the contributions that people with developmental disabilities make to their communities. A tradition since 1943, this month honors the "Red Cross Volunteers" who provide disaster relief, blood donations, and support to military families. Encourages young women to pursue careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) through mentorship and educational programs. |
1 event,Founded in 2020 by the Hollister Confidence Project, this annual day aims to raise awareness about the unique mental health challenges teenagers face while providing education to dismantle the stigma surrounding them. |
2 events,Every year, on March 3, we honor Caregiver Appreciation Day. This is a time to recognize and celebrate the unwavering dedication of caregivers who provide essential support to loved ones in need. Whether they are family members, friends, or professional caregivers, their compassion and sacrifice play a vital role in the well-being of countless aging […] A United Nations international day to celebrate all the world's wild animals and plants and the contribution that they make to our lives and the health of the planet. |
2 events,The HPV Awareness Day aims to raise awareness about the availability of prevention tools, to promote education about HPV, and encourage governments and individuals across the world to take action against HPV to save hundreds of thousands of women and men that can benefit from the HPV vaccine and/or screening for the early detection of […] A global campaign to encourage practical solutions to help people achieve and maintain a healthy weight and reverse the obesity crisis. |
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1 event,Plant Power Day is a day dedicated to celebrating and promoting the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. It is typically observed on March 7th of each year. The purpose of Plant Power Day is to raise awareness about the many benefits of plant-based diets, including their positive impact on human health, animal welfare, and the […] |
1 event,On 8 March 2026, rally with women and girls around the world to demand equal rights and equal justice to enforce, exercise, and enjoy those rights. Nowadays, no nation has closed the legal gaps between men and women. Right now, women have only 64 per cent of the legal rights that men hold worldwide. In […] |
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2 events,In honor of the anti-slavery activist, Harriet Tubman, March 10 is an American holiday to recognize and remember the brave woman who fought for freedom and the abolishment of slavery. Harriet Tubman Day was constituted as a national holiday by the United States Congress in 1990 to celebrate the long and heroic work accomplished by Harriet Tubman. […] March 10, 2026 is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD). Women living with HIV are often underrepresented in conversations about HIV, despite accounting for 19% of new HIV diagnoses in 2023. Black women are particularly impacted by HIV, representing nearly half of all new HIV diagnoses among women but only 13% of all women in 2023. The HIV epidemic also […] |
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1 event,World Kidney Day 2026 is observed on March 12, focusing on "Kidney Health for All, Caring for People, Protecting the Planet". As an annual global campaign held on the second Thursday of March, it raises awareness about the importance of kidney health, early detection of kidney disease, and reducing the risks. |
1 event,World Sleep Day (March 13, 2026) is an annual, global event organized by the World Sleep Society to raise awareness of sleep as a human privilege and essential pillar of health. It promotes better sleep hygiene, educates on sleep disorders, and aims to reduce the burden of sleep issues on society. |
3 events,Pulmonary Rehab Week is observed from the second Sunday of March each year. This year, it takes place from March 8 to 14. Established by the American Association for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (A.A.C.V.P.R.), this week-long event aims to celebrate pulmonary rehabilitation programs and the rehabilitation therapists who administer them. The American holiday was created […] Every year, the National Sleep Foundation takes this time to reemphasize the important connection between your sleep and your health and well-being. We’re here to help you become your Best Slept Self. Because deep, rejuvenating sleep is what we toss and turn about. Patient Safety Awareness Week (PSAW), an annual recognition event in March, to make more visible the practices and initiatives that advance safety and engage patients, consumers, and communities in the coproduction of safe care. During this week, IHI seeks to advance important discussions locally and globally and inspire action to improve the safety of care […] |
5 events,The United Nations General Assembly designated March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia to raise awareness about rising anti-Muslim bigotry and promote tolerance. The date commemorates the 2019 Christchurch, New Zealand mosque shootings, aiming to foster global dialogue on human rights, peace, and respect for religious diversity. Brain Awareness Week is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. Every March, participants host imaginative activities in their communities that share the wonders of the brain, and the impact brain science has on our everyday lives. |
5 events,Certified Nurses Day is an annual day of recognition for and by healthcare leaders dedicated to nursing professionalism, excellence, recognition, and service. Every March 19, employers, certification boards, education facilities, and healthcare providers celebrate and publicly acknowledge nurses who earn and maintain the highest credentials in their specialty. Certified Nurses Day honors nurses worldwide who […] |
6 events,National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NNHAAD) highlights efforts to address HIV and raise awareness of its impact in American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. First observed in 2007, NNHAAD encourages HIV education, testing, prevention, and treatment among AI/AN communities. The National Native HIV Network organizes NNHAAD, held annually on March 20, and coordinates related activities. On the 20 March every year, we ask the world to unite to help reduce the burden of oral diseases, which affect individuals, health systems and economies everywhere. Its purpose: to empower people with the knowledge, tools and confidence to secure good oral health. |
7 events,Each year, the Down Syndrome International network works together to speak up and take action for the human rights of all people with Down syndrome. In 1961, Congress created National Poison Prevention Week to increase knowledge about how to prevent and stop poisoning accidents. Communities and poison centers across the country host events every year to share the message. The goal of National Poison Prevention Week is to teach about the risks of poisonings at any age and increase everyone’s […] The National Coalition for LGBTQ Health announces that the theme for this year’s National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week, being held March 16 – 20, 2026, is “Organize to OUTlast.” The theme calls on the LGBTQ community and those who provide healthcare for LGBTQ communities to organize for LGBTQ health against regressive forces in policy and culture. The Coalition created the […] |
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4 events,World Water Day celebrates water and inspires action to tackle the global water crisis. A core focus of World Water Day is to support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: water and sanitation for all by 2030. |
4 events,Each year we commemorate World TB Day to raise public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of tuberculosis (TB) and to step up efforts to end the global TB epidemic.The date marks the day in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch announced that he had discovered the bacterium that causes TB, which opened […] Today is Diabetes Alert Day, a day set aside by the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) to raise awareness of the seriousness of diabetes and the importance of knowing your risk. Observed annually on the fourth Tuesday in March, Diabetes Alert Day encourages people to learn the symptoms of diabetes and understand the risk factors for developing the […] |
4 events,The International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade is observed every year on March 25. This annual United Nations observance honors those who suffered and died under the brutal slavery system and raises awareness about the dangers of racism and prejudice. The International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade is a time for reflection. But it is also a time for education. Despite myths to the contrary, enslaved Africans enriched the Americas not just through their labour but also through a transfer of vital skills and knowledge. In addition, […] |
3 events,Purple Day is an international grassroots effort dedicated to increasing awareness about epilepsy worldwide. On March 26th annually, people in countries around the world are invited to wear purple and host events in support of epilepsy awareness. Last year, people in more than 85 countries on all continents participated in Purple Day! Canada is the […] |
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2 events,We celebrate National Doctors' Day in America on March 30 each year, honoring the dedication and compassion displayed daily by more than one million physicians providing healthcare to patients nationwide. The International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is an annual day of recognition, celebrated around the world on March 31st, which is dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments and victories of transgender and gender-expansive people, while simultaneously raising awareness of the work that is still needed to combat discrimination and violence. |
2 events,At the Cesar Chavez Foundation, our mission is to carry on Cesar’s life’s work of uplifting the lives of Latinos and working families by inspiring and transforming communities through social enterprises that address essential human, cultural and community needs. The International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is an annual day of recognition, celebrated around the world on March 31st, which is dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments and victories of transgender and gender-expansive people, while simultaneously raising awareness of the work that is still needed to combat discrimination and violence. |
9 events,A campaign to raise awareness about sexually transmitted infections (STIs), reduce related stigma, and encourage regular testing and open conversations about sexual health to prevent long-term complications. Sponsored by the American Counseling Association, this month honors the counseling profession and the mental health professionals who help people navigate life’s challenges, from stress management to cultural identity. Celebrates the occupational therapy practitioners who help people of all ages participate in the "occupations" or daily activities that make life meaningful, especially after an injury or diagnosis. Observed in April to honor the birth month of James Parkinson, this month raises awareness about the motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson's and supports research toward a cure. While formerly known as "Awareness" month, the shift to "Acceptance" emphasizes inclusion and appreciating the lived experiences of autistic individuals. It aims to move beyond simple recognition toward supporting neurodiversity in workplaces, schools, and communities. This month highlights the importance of communities working together to help families thrive and prevent child maltreatment. The 2026 theme, "Building Stronger Families," focuses on protective factors that decrease the risk of family trauma. A campaign to educate the public on the importance of sun safety and regular skin checks to prevent skin cancer. Dedicated to raising awareness about health disparities that continue to affect racial and ethnic minority populations and advocating for health equity for all. |
1 event,An internationally recognized UN day that encourages member states to take measures to raise awareness about autistic individuals throughout the world. |
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