INTERNATIONAL SELF CARE DAY -JULY 24

 

INTERNATIONAL SELF CARE DAY -JULY   24

International Self-Care Day is observed annually on July 24 to promote personal well-being, healthy habits, and preventive health around the clock (symbolizing 24/7 care). Established in 2011 by the International Self-Care Foundation, it marks the conclusion of Self-Care Month which runs from June 24 to July 24.The international self-care day history stretches back to the early 2000s, when the ISF began documenting the economic and public health case for self-care as a complement to formal healthcare. Over the years, the observance gained traction among WHO affiliates, pharmaceutical organisations, wellness advocates, and public health institutions globally.Each year, international self-care day carries a theme that reflects current global health priorities. For 2026, the theme builds on recent years' focus around preventive care and mental health parity emphasising on the very importance that in today’s times by caring for the mental health is as important as caring for the physical health.International self-care day 2026 arrives at a time when post-pandemic health behaviours are being closely examined. Studies from the past few years show that while awareness of mental health has grown, consistent self-care practice, the kind that requires daily habit-building, remains low across many demographics, especially among working adults and caregivers who routinely deprioritise their own needs.The theme for this year is ‘Your Mental Health Matters,' the idea that small, consistent actions carried out daily are far more effective than sporadic wellness routines. This framing resonates particularly well in urban environments where time constraints and professional pressure make it tempting to put health on hold.International self-care day offers an annual moment to reset. For people it is an opportunity to access wellness screenings, consult healthcare professionals, and reconnect with habits that protect long-term health. Artemis hospitals provide premium health check packages that includes nutrition counselling sessions, mental health awareness workshops, and more.

PROF. JOHN KURAKAR

NATIONAL COUSINS DAY- JULY 24

 

NATIONAL COUSINS DAY- JULY 24

National Cousins Day is celebrated every year on July 24 to honor the unique, lifelong bonds and early friendships shared between extended family members.National Cousins Day on July 24 recognizes the unique, lifelong relationships that grow among cousins. Our very first friendships often form with cousins as young as infants and can endure a lifetime. The day celebrates cousins of every age—from brand-new baby cousins to cousins whose own babies are all grown up!

Whether cousins grow up together in close-knit families or only see each other occasionally, they share special memories rooted in common grandparents, aunts, and uncles. At family gatherings, cousins keep each other entertained—and occasionally get into mischief together, too! They celebrate birthdays, share inside jokes, and might even blow out each other’s candles (much to the birthday kid’s annoyance).When siblings irritate us, cousins instantly become allies. For only children, cousins often feel like the brothers and sisters they never had. As cousins grow up, watching their own children play together brings back fond childhood memories, starting the beautiful cycle all over again

HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL COUSINS DAY If you're near each other, meet up for coffee, lunch, or a mini-reunion and recreate an embarrassing childhood photo.Create a cousins chat group and send a text or drop a hilarious throwback photo to get everyone laughing about the good old days.Send a small surprise, a favorite snack from childhood, or a handwritten note letting them know you're thinking of them.Use the day to brainstorm a weekend trip, cabin retreat, or vacation with the whole cousin squad.Post your favorite memories or old family photos online using the hashtag #NationalCousinsDay.

National Cousins Day typically inspires family-focused deals. Look for discounts on group activities at places like Dave & Buster’s or Main Event Entertainment, perfect for a cousin reunion. Retailers such as Target and Walmart may offer sales on board games, outdoor gear, or personalized gifts. Restaurants like Olive Garden or Applebee’s often feature family meal bundles or special offers for larger parties. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as July 24 approaches.

 

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