Originally published on 7th October 2016 Last updated on 29th July 2024
The below dates and events are listed here for ease, so that we have all the relevant events to hand, in which we can raise awareness of thyroid disease and various related topics.
Thyroid Awareness Month
Is always held in January
Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month
Is always held in March. It’s often referred to as ‘National Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month’, focusing on the US, but I believe we should make it an international event, so I refer to it as simply Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month.
International Women’s Day
Hashimoto’s and hypothyroidism affect 8-15 times more women than men. Learn why it’s a feminist issue here.
International Thyroid Awareness Week
It was from the 25th May – 31st May in 2019 and should be similar dates in future years.
World Thyroid Day is always on the 25th May
A very popular annual event.
Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
Is always held in September
World Suicide Prevention Day
Always on 10th September. Mental health and thyroid conditions are very closely linked.
Thyroid UK’s Thyroid Awareness Week
The charity Thyroid UK celebrate Thyroid Awareness Week in October
World Head and Neck Cancer Day
Usually towards the end of July.
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
Always held in October.
World Mental Health Day
Always on 10th October.
