• Developmental Language Delay DLD Awareness Day

    Our vision . . . A world where people with DLD are supported to pursue their goals and aspirations. Our mission . . . We partner with the community to foster a substantial increase in international awareness of …

  • Spiritual Care Week

    Since 1985 Spiritual Care Week/Pastoral Care Week is hosted by The COMISS Network: The Network on Ministry in Specialized Settings.  The first Pastoral Care Week was held in October 1985. Since …

  • World Osteoporosis Day

    World Osteoporosis Day, marked on October 20th each year, is a prime time to put the spotlight on osteoporosis. Below, read about this year’s campaign theme, and how you can …

  • World Stroke Day

    World Stroke Day on October 29th 2025 comes just weeks after the 4th UN High-Level Meeting on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) on September 25th — a pivotal moment that will shape the global agenda for NCDs, …

  • Stomach Cancer Awareness Month

    Stomach cancer is more common in people aged over 55 and affects more men than women. About 570 people are diagnosed with it in Ireland every year.

  • MS Readathon

    MS Readathon takes place in schools and homes across Ireland. It’s a simple yet truly special event that helps children improve their literacy skills, develop a lasting love of reading, …

  • World Diabetes Day

    Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes. You can get diabetic retinopathy if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It is caused by high blood glucose levels damaging …

  • World Pancreatic Cancer Day

    Pancreatic cancer affects almost 600* people in Ireland each year. The most common type of pancreatic cancer is adenocarcinoma. Pancreatic cancer develops when abnormal cells in the pancreas grow out …

  • Bereaved Children’s Awareness Week

    Founded in 2012 to act as  a hub for those working with bereaved children, young people and their families. Collectively, the network shares a vision that all children and young …

  • European Antibiotic Awareness Day

    he European Antibiotic Awareness Day is an annual European public health initiative that takes place on 18 November to raise awareness about the threat to public health of antibiotic resistance …

  • International Men’s Health Day

    On November 19, International Men’s Day celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. We highlight positive role models and raise awareness of men’s …