World Gynaecological Oncology Day (often called World GO Day), held annually on September 20th , unites patients, advocates, and health professionals globally to raise awareness of the five main gynaecological …

World Alzheimer's Day 2026 takes place on Monday, September 21 . It is the focal point of World Alzheimer's Month, a global campaign dedicated to challenging dementia stigma, raising awareness, …

The International Day of Peace 2026 will be observed globally on Monday, September 21, 2026 . Established by the United Nations, this year's theme is "Invest in Peace: For Everyone, …

National Walking Week in Ireland is an annual seven-day celebration running from September 21 to September 27, 2026. Hosted in coordination with the European Week of Sport, the nationwide initiative …

The European Week of Sport 2026 takes place from September 23 to September 30. The annual initiative, led by the European Commission, encourages people of all ages and fitness levels …

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 …