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07/04/2026

07/04/2026

World Health Day, 7th April

Every year, World Health Day draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. The theme for 2026 is ‘Together for health. Stand with science.’ We are all invited to celebrate the power of scientific collaboration to protect the health of people, animals, plants, and the planet.

WHO and its partners help countries to improve their research and systems to make good health care accessible to all. Learn more at https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day

07/04/2026

Public Health England Anniversary, 1st April

April 1st marks the anniversary of the formation of Public Health England (PHE), which began operating in 2013 to protect and improve health and wellbeing and reduce health inequalities. It brought together many functions which had previously been covered by a variety of health bodies.

On 29 March 2021, the UK Government announced that PHE would be disbanded. Its health protection functions were formally transferred to other bodies. But its mission, ‘to protect and improve the nation's health and to address inequalities,’ still resonates today.

07/04/2026

World Autism Acceptance Month, 1st– 30th April

Autistic people face discrimination and barriers across all sectors of society. They, and their families and carers, need support to overcome those barriers, and opportunities to explore interests, develop skills and lead fulfilling lives.

World Autism Acceptance Month is a time for everyone to get involved in fundraising, sharing resources, raising awareness and helping to create a society that works for autistic people. Walk, run or fundraise your own way!

Find out more and sign up at https://waam.autism.org.uk

07/04/2026

IBS Awareness Month, 1st– 30th April

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes episodes of abdominal pain and often discomfort when using the toilet. It does not shorten your life, but leads to more pain, health care appointments, and surgeries, impacting quality of life, and sometimes the ability to work full-time.

This April, you can help to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support people with IBS by sharing the hashtags and

Find out more at https://aboutibs.org/living-with-ibs/ibs-awareness-month/

07/04/2026

Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, 1st– 30th April

Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK, and Bowel Cancer Awareness Month aims to increase awareness of the importance of early diagnosis and knowing the symptoms, which you can find here: https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-cancer/symptoms/

These symptoms don’t mean you definitely have bowel cancer, but it’s important to check. The earlier bowel cancer is spotted, the more treatable it is, and the more likely it can be cured.

Why not get involved in Bowel Cancer UK’s ActiveApril campaign, and get active while fundraising to support people with bowel cancer! Sign up on their website: https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk

07/04/2026

Stress Awareness Month, 1st– 30th April

Stress is not always a ‘bad’ thing. However, when we experience stress in our workplace or everyday lives, it can affect our ability to function, and long-term stress can damage our health.

Workplace stress is reaching record levels worldwide, so Stress Awareness Month gives organisations a chance to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and actively support employee wellbeing before issues escalate. Learn more at: https://www.stress.org.uk/stress-awareness-month-2026/

26/03/2026

26/03/2026

Purple Day for Epilepsy, 26th March

Epilepsy affects around one in every 100 people, with 80 people diagnosed every day. Every March, Purple Day aims to raise awareness and show you’re not alone, whether you’re a sufferer, carer or if epilepsy touches your life in some way. Get involved!
https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/involved/fundraising/purple-day

26/03/2026

Social Prescribing Day, 26th March

Social prescribing is a service to help boost wellbeing by linking you into local support networks or services, as part of an overall approach to individual care.

Today, we’re celebrating the importance of everyone who helps to improve our community’s health.
(NB: Share any local offerings here that could be useful.)