In 2003, the International Labour Organization (ILO), began to observe World Day in order to stress the prevention of accidents and diseases at work, capitalizing on the ILO's traditional strengths of tripartism and social dialogue. This celebration is an integral part of the Global Strategy on Occupational Safety and Health of the ILO, as documented in the Conclusions […]
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place on 10-16 May 2021 and this year's theme is nature. What is Mental Health Awareness Week and why does it matter? Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event when there is an opportunity for the whole of the UK to focus on achieving good mental health. The Mental Health […]
Food Safety and Sustainable Development Goals Food safety is key to achieving several of the Sustainable Development Goals and World Food Safety Day brings it into the spotlight, to help prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks. Safe food contributes to economic prosperity, boosting agriculture, market access, tourism and sustainable development. Goal 2 — There is no food security […]
Nutrition and Hydration Week has taken place every March since 2012. Who can get involved? Nutrition and Hydration Week is open to absolutely anyone who wants to join our shared cause of helping people understand the importance of nutrition and hydration in health and social care. It’s fun and its free to join and all […]
You'll have surely guessed the theme for Men's Health Week 2021. For 2020, It was 'Take Action on Covid-19'. The week ran from from 15-21 June. All the links and downloads are still available via the links. For 2021, we'll be asking the question, when it comes to men, mental health and Covid-19, what next? MEN, MENTAL HEALTH AND […]
World Diabetes Day (WDD) was created in 1991 by IDF and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat posed by diabetes. World Diabetes Day became an official United Nations Day in 2006 with the passage of United Nation Resolution 61/225. It is marked every year on 14 November, the birthday […]
Eye Injury Prevention Month is observed in October and sponsored by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Nearly 2.5 million people suffer eye injuries each year in the United States, and nearly one million people have lost some degree of vision as a result. Most could have been prevented with protective eyewear. Eye Injury Prevention Month and the […]
With the global pandemic in mind, the past two years have been extremely difficult for all, and as a result BackCare Awareness Week 2021 (4th to 8th October) will be paying particular attention to: Working from Home Studying at Home Spending more time at Home We have not forgotten those who are still working […]
The World Health Organisation recognises World Mental Health Day on 10 October every year. This year's theme set by the World Federation for Mental Health is 'Mental Health in an Unequal World'.
National Work Life Week is Working Families’ annual campaign to get both employers and employees talking about wellbeing at work and work-life balance. Employers can use the week to provide activities for staff, and to showcase their flexible working policies and practices. Join the conversation using #WorkLifeWeek and tweet us @workingfamUK, and don’t forget to sign up to […]
A week dedicated to raising awareness of malnutrition (and dehydration) among the public, health and social care professionals, policy makers, public sector representatives, local and national government, third sector and voluntary sector organisations. UKMAW is run by BAPEN and the Malnutrition Task Force.
World Sight Day is on Thursday 14 October 2021 Our theme for this year is: #LoveYourEyes
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