World Cancer Research Day (WCRD) is observed globally on September 24, dedicated to recognizing the critical role of scientific research in preventing, diagnosing, and treating cancer. This date highlights the …

Positive Ageing Week is an annual campaign celebrating the contributions of older people to their families, communities, and society. Led in Ireland primarily by Age Action, the week aims to …

National Walking Day in Ireland occurs on September 27, celebrated as part of the European Week of Sport . The annual initiative is led by Get Ireland Walking with a …

World Heart Day 2026 takes place on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 . Created by the World Heart Federation, this global event aims to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD) and …

International Recovery Day is a globally celebrated event held annually on September 30th to raise awareness about addiction recovery, break associated stigmas, and celebrate the courage of those choosing sobriety. …

The Age of Longevity: Rethinking Systems for Longer Lives As people around the world live longer than ever before, societies are facing one of the most significant demographic transformations of …

National Breastfeeding Week in Ireland runs annually from October 1 to 7. Led by the HSE, it celebrates breastfeeding families and highlights local community supports. Recent themes have focused on …

October is breast cancer awareness month and the National Breast Cancer Research Institute are asking everyone to consider holding a fundraising event at home in your community or at work to help …

Liver Cancer Awareness Month takes place every October. It highlights a serious disease that has grown rapidly in Ireland over the last decade. In Ireland, about 370 people are diagnosed …

Taking place on 8 October 2026, this year’s World Sight Day campaign spotlights the power of people, by putting stories, lived experiences, and community action at the heart of the movement. To …

European Donation Day (EDD) occurs annually on the second Saturday of October to raise awareness about the life-saving potential of organ, tissue, and cell donation. Driven by the Council of …

What is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day (WHPCD)? World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is an annual unified day of action to celebrate and support hospice and palliative care …