The month of May is a month quite full of health appointments not to be missed. Our 2023 health agenda is still available for download on the Medisur website. Regardless, the month of May deserved a recap all its own. So we've gathered all the national and international health and wellness prevention dates for May 2023. Ready!?
May 2023: skin cancer prevention month
The association Skin Cancer Foundation organizes a skin cancer awareness and prevention campaign every year in May. The association encourages everyone to examine their skin and recognize the warning signs.
May 2, 2023: World Asthma Day
Asthma affects more than 4 million people in France; it is also the leading chronic disease among children. The 2023 theme of World Asthma Day is “Asthma Care for All,” emphasizing the need to improve access to care for everyone.
May 9, 2023: European Stroke Awareness Day
Every year, the second Tuesday in May is dedicated to Stroke Awareness Day throughout Europe. Worldwide, there is a dedicated day every October 29th. Returning to Europe, it is the association stroke who organizes this awareness day.
May 12, 2023: World Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Malaria Day
Myalgic encephalomyelitis is a very scientific name for chronic fatigue. Like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue is an orphan disease, serious and inexplicable, and can debilitate those who suffer from it.
May 16, 2023: World Celiac Day
Celiac disease is better known as gluten intolerance. May 16th is the official international date; May 16th celebrates Saint Honoré, patron saint of bakers. Regardless, the media Because Gus is now organizing Operation Celiac Disease Days from May 15 to 17. One day was not enough to raise awareness about an increasingly common disease!
May 17, 2023: World Hypertension Day
More than a billion people worldwide suffer from hypertension. The predictions aren't getting any better: in fact, 1.5 billion people will be affected by 2025. Many are unaware of their condition or are not being monitored, even in France.
May 19, 2023: World IBD Day
IBD is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease. It includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
May 22-26, 2023: Road Safety at Work Days
This national movement orchestrated by the government focuses on corporate initiatives to promote road safety. Road accidents remain the leading cause of death in the workplace and are equivalent to 4 million lost workdays. Awareness is raised via videoconferences or during company workshops.
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May 25, 2023: World Thyroid Day
The thyroid is a hormone-producing gland that can experience disruptions. May 25, 2023, is an opportunity to open up about these disruptions that we can experience.
May 28, 2023: International Day of Action for Women's Health
While March 8th is a well-known day celebrating women's rights, May 28th is less well-known. However, it addresses the inequalities women face in access to healthcare and health diagnoses. It is no less important!
May 30, 2023: World Multiple Sclerosis Day
Every year on May 30th, it is customary to share stories of life with MS (multiple sclerosis) in order to raise awareness of this disease among as many people as possible.
May 31, 2023: World No Tobacco Day
This year, World No Tobacco Day focuses on tobacco farming: "Grow food, not tobacco!" The WHO is denouncing subsidies for tobacco farming.
