On this day, 19 May, therefore, people around the world mark the observance of World Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Day.
What is World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day?
World IBD Day 19 May has its organizers in the European Federation of Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis Associations (EFCCA).
World IBD Day brings attention to such issues and works towards funding more efforts to improve treatment and support services.
Significance of 19 May
Advocacy reduces stigma, and as a result, drives funding, increases early diagnosis, assists in research, and promotes timely treatment.
International Observances on 19 May
While World Family Doctor Day brings value to the health sector, others of equal value celebrated on May 19 include:
🌐 World Family Doctor Day
Globally, people observe the role of family doctors on the same day each year, celebrating them as critical figures in attending to patients and community health around the world Family doctors usually serve as the first point of contact in the healthcare system, providing care and performing triage; hence, they work at the frontline.
🇹🇷 Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day (Turkey)
19 May is a national holiday in Turkey to mark the start of the Turkish War of Independence and also to celebrate youth and sports.
🧪 Hepatitis Testing Day (USA)
Additionally, this is a special health day in the USA which encourages people to go for tests for hepatitis – a range of infectious diseases whose main target is the liver; early detection saves lives.
👨👩👧👦 HIV/AIDS Awareness Day for Pacific Islander and Asian Communities (USA)
In these communities, people use this day to raise concerns about HIV/AIDS education and prevention relative to the care inequities being faced, especially regarding the gaps in the health care system In these communities, people use this day to raise concerns about HIV/AIDS education and prevention relative to the care inequities being faced, especially regarding the gaps in the health care system.
Closing Remarks
The World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day (May 19), an international initiative aimed at encouraging people to stand up for something and nurture hope, does not limit itself to a health observance If you have been diagnosed with IBD, know someone who has, or are passionate about public health, take this day as an opportunity to advocate for change.
