IMPORTANT DAYS- SEPTEMBER

Sept 2 World Coconut Day

      It is the only accepted species in the genus Cocos.The term coconut can refer to the entire coconut palm, the seed, or the fruit, which, botanically, is a drupe, not a nut. The spelling coconut is an archaic form of the word.The term is derived from the 16th-century Portuguese and Spanish word coco meaning "head" or "skull", from the three indentations on the coconut shell that resemble facial features.
      The coconut is known for its great versatility as seen in the many uses of its different parts and found throughout the tropics and subtropics. Coconuts are part of the daily diets of many people. Coconuts are different from any other fruits because they contain a large quantity of "water" and when immature they are known as tender-nuts or jelly-nuts and may be harvested for drinking. When mature, they still contain some water and can be used as seednuts or processed to give oil from the kernel, charcoal from the hard shell and coir from the fibrous husk.
       The endosperm is initially in its nuclear phase suspended within the coconut water. As development continues, cellular layers of endosperm deposit along the walls of the coconut, becoming the edible coconut "flesh". When dried, the coconut flesh is called copra. The oil and milk derived from it are commonly used in cooking and frying; coconut oil is also widely used in soaps and cosmetics. The clear liquid coconut water within is potable. The husks and leaves can be used as material to make a variety of products for furnishing and decorating. The coconut also has cultural and religious significance in many societies that use it.



Sept 5 Janmashtami



      Janmashtami is a Major Hindu festival which celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. Lord Krishna was the 8th incarnation of Lord Vishnu born as human in ‘Dwapur Yug’ (Iron Age). His date of birth is considered to be July 19th 3228 BC.
      Major Janmashtami celebrations take place at midnight as Krishna was born during at this time. Fasting, bhajans, pujas and many other rituals mark Janmashtami celebrations in India. The cultural aspects are represented by the traditionally dressed devotees. The raas or dance is also done with devotees taking part with spiritual fervour. People enjoy in the merrymaking at the midnight of ashtami, by singing devotional songs and dancing to the tune of bhajans. The most popular Janmashtami celebrations are held in Vrindhavan, Mathura, Dwaraka as Lord Krishna spent his life here. In some part of the North India, Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated for 3 days.
       The first two days are celebrated in a colourful manner. Dance drama, known as Raslila, is performed. Incidents from Sri Krishna's life, especially his childhood, are depicted in the drama. On the second day of the festival, a popular ceremony known as 'Dahi Handi' takes place wherein the pot containing curd or butter or milk is broken by the youth.
Fasting – People fast on the previous day (Saptami, seventh day). At midnight, the idol of the infant Krishna is bathed, adorned in new clothes and jewellery, placed in a cradle and worshipped. The fast is completed after Aarti (a special prayer). At day break, ladies draw patterns of little children's footprints outside the house with rice-flour paste, walking towards the house. This symbolizes the entry of the infant Krishna into his foster-home i.e. their homes.

Special Prayers - Janmashtami Pooja refers to Special Prayers which are conducted in many Lord Krishna temples of India, as well as homes. The celebrations begin with singing of devotional songs and by dancing with great joy. The prayer is conducted to invoke Lord Krishna and seek his blessings. Though, these prayers are conducted during the daytime of Janamashtami, but the Main Prayer (pooja) including Aarti (fire ritual), is conducted in the midnight of the festival. Devotees chant mantras of Lord Krishna and join in singing bhajans (holy songs).

       Rasaleela, Dahi handi(Mosaru Kudike in Kannada), Dressing as Bal Krishna and procession through the town/village centre for part of Janmashtami celebrations .

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Sept 5 Teachers' Day

         Special celebration conducted by educational institutes to honor Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the second President of India and to encourage the contribution of teachers to the society.

            Since 1962, India has been celebrating Teachers' Day on 5th September as a symbol of tribute and honor to the contribution made by teachers to the society. Respected among society, teachers have played an important role in the overall development of a person. They are capable to influence and mold a student's life positively. Every student celebrates this day to encourage and support the contribution of his or her teacher. Children are the country's future, hence they need to be positively nurtured and that is done best by teachers as children get inspired by their teachers. Teachers enlighten students and shape their career.

       The day marks as a day of gratitude and respect to the selfless efforts of teachers. This day is also celebrated to honor Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the great teacher, academic philosopher and India's Second President as he was born on the same day in 1888. Dr. Radhakrishnan was a strong supporter of education. Instead of celebrating his birthday separately he requested to observe the day as Teachers' Day to give honor to all the teachers in India. This appeal demonstrated his love for the teaching profession and since then 5th September is celebrated as Teachers' Day in India.

                Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the great philosopher and statesman was the second President of India. He was a very prominent scholar and academician. His birthday is observed as Teacher's Day all over India.

                Born on 5th September 1888 at Tiruttani in Tamil Nadu, he spent his early years in Tiruttani, Tirupati and Tiruvallur. He did his schooling from Gowdie School, Tiruvallur and completed his master's degree in Arts from the University of Madras. In the year 1921, Radhakrishnan was appointed to the King George V Chair of Mental and Moral Science at the University of Calcutta, which was then the most important philosophy chair in the country.

                 Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was Knighted in the year 1931 and since then till the attainment of India's independence, he was addressed as Sir Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. Post-independence, he came to be known as Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.

Sept 8 Literacy Day

      International Literacy Day was designated by UNESCO on November 17, 1965. This day was first celebrated on September 8, 1966. Literacy day is observed every year on September 8th to raise people's awareness and concern for literacy issues in the world. It aims to highlight the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, societies and reminds the international community of the status of literacy and adult learning globally. Literacy is also a cause for celebration on this day because there are nearly four billion literate people in the world.

      According to UNESCO, about 774 million adults lack the minimum literacy skills. One in five adults is still not literate and two-thirds of them are women. About 75 million children are out-of-school and many more attend irregularly or drop out. The UN General Assembly proclaimed a 10-year period beginning on January 1, 2003, as the United Nations Literacy Decade. The assembly also welcomed the International Plan of Action for the Decade and decided for UNESCO to take a coordinating role in activities at an international level within the decade's framework.

 Sept 12 World First Aid Day

      Second Saturday in September every year: Raising awareness of how first aid can save lives.

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) introduced World First Aid Day in 2000.
       Each year, more than 100 Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies around the world organise events and ceremonies on the second Saturday of September to raise public awareness of how first aid can save lives in everyday and crisis situations. The IFRC believes that first aid should be accessible to all - including the most vulnerable, and should also be an integral part of a wider developmental approach.

       The IFRC (International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies) is one of the world’s leading first aid providers. First aid is a humanitarian act that should be accessible to all. With first aid skills volunteers and communities are empowered to save lives without discrimination.

One hundred and fifty years ago, a battle in northern Italy sparked an idea that has since changed the world. On 24 June 1859, Henry Dunant, a young Geneva businessman, witnessed horrifying suffering and agony following the battle of Solferino. The need for humanitarian action is still as vital today as it was in 1859.

       Millions of people are hurt or killed by injuries every year due to inadequate response or lack of timely assistance. Taking immediate action and applying the appropriate techniques, while waiting for professional help, can considerably reduce deaths and injuries, and the impact of disasters and everyday emergencies. First aid is not a replacement for emergency services. It is a vital initial step for providing effective and swift action that helps to reduce serious injuries and improve the chances of survival.

       People living in war-torn or disaster-affected areas are often not given the opportunity to be trained in basic first aid. First aid awareness is lacking in many vulnerable communities, where a very basic idea of how to treat an injury or keep someone alive, would have real impact. We believe that first aid reduces vulnerabilities and helps build stronger communities.

Sept 15 Engineers' Day

      This day is celebrated to respect Visvesvaraya. He is held in high regard as a pre-eminent engineer of India. Engineer's Day is dedicated to those without whom every machine would not be made. Engineers apply techniques of engineering analysis in testing production.

Engineers' Day is celebrated on 15 September every year.
      The day is the birthday of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvarayya, an eminent Indian engineer (from College Of Engg., Pune(COEP)) and statesman born in Muddenahalli-Kanivenarayanapura in present day Karnataka. He served as the chief engineer during construction of Krishna Raja Sagara on the Kaveri River near Mysore. He also built many dams in the Bombay presidency (present day Maharashtra). The dams built by him are still functional even today, a testimony to his brilliance, skill, honesty and dedication. So 15 September, Engineer's Day 2014, is quite a remarkable tribute to the greatest Indian Engineer Bharat Ratna M. Visvesvarayya. 

       However, the newly formed state Telangana celebrate Engineers Day on July 11th, the birth day of Nawaz Jung Bahadur,son of soil and creator of projects like Osman Sagar, Nizam Sagar, Kadam project, Himayath Sagar, Wyra, Osmania University, Osmania Hospital and several other prestigious constructions that are iconic to Telangana till today.

Sept 15 Sanchayika Day

Sanchayika (school banking) Day is celebrated all over the India at 15^th September in order to promote the money saving habits among students. It is organized by the Directorate of Small Savings, UT Chandigarh at the Girls Government College. The National Savings Institute and the Chandigarh Centre has also participated in the movement.

While celebrating the event it is appealed to the head of the various schools that to encourage the students and parents to promote their saving habits. According to the report it is noted that around 42 of the government schools has already participated in the event and some more are adding soon. Efforts are going on continuous to accept the scheme and celebrate it. Some of the students and schools are awarded for contributing to the Sanchayika Scheme.

Sanchayika Bank

Sanchayika is another term used for the bank which is run by the students for themselves. According to this scheme the aim of running the bank account for the students are encouraging the students for improving their saving habit in their early age as well as teach them the banking operations in more realistic way. They need to open a bank account or post office account.
In the early 1970, there is a provision made by the Indian Government for the students to have Banking facility in the school known as the Sanchayika under the National Savings.

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Sept 16 Ozone Day

Ozone Day is celebrated on September 16 every year. This event commemorates the date of the signing of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer in 1987. In 1987 representatives from 24 countries met in Montreal and announced to the world that it was time to stop destroying the ozone layer. In so doing, these countries committed themselves, via the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer, to rid the world of substances that threaten the ozone layer. On December 19, 1994, the UN General Assembly proclaimed September 16 to be the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, commemorating the date when the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer was signed in 1987. The day was first celebrated on September 16, 1995. This date has been designated by the United Nations General Assembly in its resolution 49/114.

On this day various schools and colleges throughout the world organize classroom activities that focus on topics related to the ozone layer, climate change and ozone depletion. Educational packages from the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) which address topics about the earth's ozone layer are alos used to increase awareness. Other activities include - promotion of ozone friendly products, special programs and events on saving the ozone layer, distribution of the UNEP's public awareness posters to be used for events centred on Ozone Day and the distribution of awards to those who worked hard to protect the earth's ozone layer.

Sept 17 Ganesh Chathurthi

Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth day of Lord Ganesha. It is a festival totally dedicated to Lord Ganesha and his heavenly achievements. Ganesha is one of the 5 prime Hindu deities which include Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva and Durga. Lord Ganesha has a unique form; he has a head of an Elephant and body of a Human and rides on a mouse.

He is also the god of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune. This is the reason why prayers in the praise of Lord Ganesha are recited before starting any new work. He is known by many names, amongst most famous are Ganesa, Ganapati, Vinayaka and Pillaiyar (tamil). Ganesh Chaturthi is observed during the Hindu calendar month of Bhadra (mid-August to mid-September) starting on the shukla chaturthi (4th day of the waxing moon period or moons bright fortnight). Vinayaka chavithi date usually falls between 20 August and 22 September. The festival mostly lasts for 10 days, ending on Anant Chaturdashi (14th day of the waxing moon period). In other regions it may last for 5, 6, 7 or even 21 days. The festival of Ganesh Chathurthi is most popular in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. Other states like Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and some other states also celebrate this festival as well.

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Sept 21 International Day of Peace

International Day of Peace is celebrated on September 21 each year. It is celebrated to recognize the efforts of those who have worked hard to end conflict and promote peace. International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by a UN resolution. 

It was established to coincide with the opening of the UN General Assembly. The first Peace Day was celebrated in 1982 and was held on the third Tuesday of September each year until 2002, when September 21 became the permanent date for the International Day of Peace. The assembly decided in 2001 that the International Day of Peace should be annually observed on September 21 starting from 2002. By setting a fixed date for the International Day of Peace, the assembly declared that the day should be observed as a day of global ceasefire and non-violence.

People from all over the globe world take part in various activities and organize events centered on the theme of Peace. Events vary from private gatherings to public concerts and forums involving large audiences. Other activities include lighting candles, peace prayers, tree planting for peace, art exhibitions promoting peace, peace walks etc.

Sept 21 World Alzheimer's Day

September 2015 will mark the fourth global World Alzheimer’s Month™, an international campaign to raise awareness and challenge stigma.

The theme for World Alzheimer's Month 2015 is Remember Me. We're encouraging people all around the world to learn to spot the signs of dementia, but also not to forget about loved ones who are living with dementia, or those who may have passed away.
The impact of September’s campaign is growing, but the stigmatisation and misinformation that surrounds dementia remains a global problem.
Dementia is a term used to describe different brain disorders that affect memory, thinking, behaviour and emotion.

• Early symptoms of dementia can include memory loss, difficultly performing familiar tasks, problems with language and changes in personality. View the early symptoms.

• There is currently no cure for dementia, but a range of support is available for people with dementia and their carers.

• Dementia knows no social, economic, or ethnic boundaries.

• Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia. Other causes include vascular disease, dementia with Lewy bodies and fronto-temporal dementia.

• There are currently estimated to be 44 million people worldwide living with dementia. The number of people affected is set to rise to over 135 million by 2050.

• There is one new case of dementia worldwide every four seconds.

• The worldwide costs of dementia exceeded 1% of global GDP in 2010, at US$604 billion. As a result, if dementia care were a country, it would be the world’s 18th largest economy. If it were a company, it would be the world’s largest by annual revenue exceeding Wal-Mart (US$414 billion) and Exxon Mobil (US$311 billion).
  

More reading : http://www.alz.co.uk/world-alzheimers-month

Sept 21 World Gratitude Day

        Gratitude Day is celebrated annually on the 21st September. The celebration of Gratitude Day allows both individual citizens and organisations within wider society to celebrate the broad meaning of gratitude in a variety of ways.

         The celebration started in 1965 in Hawaii when an international gathering decided that it would be a good idea to have one day per year to formally express gratitude and appreciation for the many wonderful things to be found in the world. Following the meeting in Hawaii, many attendees marked Gratitude Day on 21st September 1966 when back in their own countries. Ever since then, the number of people celebrating Gratitude Day across the world has grown and grown.
        The awareness of the benefits of having time in one’s life for gratitude, appreciation and positive reflection have become increasingly apparent. The hope of the founders of Gratitude Day is that by taking time, one day a year, to reflect on the many amazing things we have in our lives, it would positively impact our well-being and make us happier, more contended people.
       The UN Meditation Group started celebrating this day in 1977 and since then it is continuing to THANK all- those who have done good and  who have hurt you bad ALSO.

Sept 24 World Maritime Day

Maritime is defined as 'Relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen'. According to International Maritime Organization - 'Shipping is perhaps the most international of the world's industries, serving more than 90 per cent of global trade by carrying huge quantities of cargo cost effectively, cleanly and safely. The ownership and management chain surrounding any ship can embrace many countries and ships spend their economic life moving between different jurisdictions, often far from the country of registry. There is, therefore, a need for international standards to regulate shipping - which can be adopted and accepted by all. The United Nations (UN), via the International Maritime Organization (IMO), created World Maritime Day to celebrate the international maritime industry’s contribution towards the world’s economy, especially in shipping.

World Maritime Day was first held on March 17, 1978 to mark the date of the IMO Convention’s entry into force in 1958. At that time, the organization had 21 member states. It now has about 167 member states and three associate members. This membership includes virtually all the nations of the world with an interest in maritime affairs, including those involved in the shipping industry and coastal states with an interest in protecting their maritime environment. The event’s date varies by year and country but it is always on the last week of September.

Sept 24/25 Bakrid (Idu’l Zuha)

Id-ul-Zuha or Bakrid is one of the most celebrated festivals among Muslims of India. The festival of give up, when the Muslims of all over India sacrifice ‘Bakra’ (goat), is experimental to honor the great sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim who was so dedicated, faithful and obedient to God’s will that he quickly agreed to sacrifice his only son Ismail at His behest. It is said that it was to test him that Allah asked him to sacrifice his son on the altar at the mount of Mina near Mecca. Ibrahim moved by his paternal feelings and yet resolute to follow Allah’s instructions blindfolded himself before sacrificing his son and only removed the blindfold after performing the act. When he opened his eyes, he found his son alive and smiling to his great joy.

On the altar, a slaughtered lamb could be seen instead. The festival is to celebrate the strong faith of those loyal to Islam. It coincides with the Haj pilgrimage in Mecca and people offer prayers in mosques.

More reading : http://www.creativewebmall.com/blog/creative/idul-zuhabakrid-feast-of-the-sacrifice

Sept 27 World Tourism Day

 

The The United Nations’ World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) decided in late September 1979 to institute World Tourism Day, which was first celebrated on September 27, 1980. September 27 was chosen as the date for World Tourism Day because that date coincided with an important milestone in world tourism: the anniversary of the adoption of the UNWTO Statutes on September 27, 1970. The UNWTO believes that the date for World Tourism Day is appropriate because it comes at the end of the high tourist season in the northern hemisphere and the start of the tourist season in the southern hemisphere, when tourism is of topical interest to many people worldwide, particularly travellers and those working in the tourism sector. Each year has a different theme – for example, “Tourism – Celebrating Diversity” was designated as the theme for 2009, with Ghana as the event’s host country for that year.

The United Nations’ World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) invites people worldwide to participate in World Tourism Day on September 27 every year. The UNWTO Secretary-General annually sends out a message to the general public to mark the occasion. Many tourism enterprises and organizations, as well as government agencies with a special interest in tourism, celebrate the event with various special events and festivities. Different types of competitions, such as photo competitions promoting tourism, as well as tourism award presentations in areas such as ecotourism, are held on World Tourism Day. Other activities include free entries, discounts or special offers for the general public to any site of tourism interest. Government and community leaders, as tourism business representatives, may make public announcements or offer special tours or fares to promote both their region and World Tourism Day on or around September 27.

Sept 27  World Deaf Day

 

World Deaf Day falls on the last Sunday during September of every year all over the world. This day is held to create awareness among the public to show how much the deaf could contribute to society and the country’s economic growth. The biggest challenge faced by the hearing impaired is to communicating among themselves and their normal fellow beings. Sign language has been around for millions of years. Long before cave men learnt the power of words, actions were the medium used to communicate.

Today, sign language is the most natural form of communication among the deaf and does not entail accurate knowledge of a spoken language. Using this and lip-reading many hearing impaired people are leading very voluble lives. Established in Rome, Italy, in 1951, WFD (World Federation of the Deaf) is an international non-governmental organisation representing approximately 70 million Deaf people worldwide with a current membership of associations in 130 countries worldwide. It is estimated that more than 80 percent of these 70 million live in developing countries, where authorities are rarely familiar with their needs or desires.

Recognised by the United Nations (UN) as their spokes-organisation, WFD works closely with the UN and its various agencies in promoting the human rights of Deaf people in accordance with the principles and objectives of the UN Charter, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other general acts and recommendations of the UN and its specialised agencies.

When necessary, WFD uses special, legal or administrative measures to ensure that Deaf people in every country have the right to preserve their own sign languages, organisations, and cultural and other activities. Most important among WFD priorities are Deaf people in developing countries; the right to sign language; and equal opportunity in all spheres of life, including access to education and information.

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Sept 28 World Rabies Day

 

      Rabies is a deadly viral disease which affects the central nervous system of the affected. It is caused by a bullet shaped Rhabdoviridae virus found in the saliva of infected animals. All types of mammals whether domestic or wild can acquire and spread rabies. Rabies is a zoonotic disease which means it is a disease which can be transmitted to humans from animals. It is spread to people through close contact with infected saliva (via bites or scratches). The disease is present on nearly every continent of the world but most human deaths occur in Asia and Africa (more than 95%).

         Once symptoms of the disease develop, rabies is fatal. Most human deaths follow a bite from an infected dog. Between 30% to 60% of the victims of dog bites are children under the age of 15. There are safe and effective vaccines available for people who have been bitten by an animal that might have the disease, but usage in developing countries is low due to the high cost. Many people around the world observe World Rabies Day (WRD), which raises awareness about the impact of rabies and how the disease can be prevented. It is held on September 28 each year.

         World Rabies Day, which is founded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and ARC (Alliance for Rabies Control), aims to unite relevant partners to address rabies prevention and control. With the initial goal of engaging 55,000 people to take action, one for each person who dies each year from rabies, the inaugural campaign saw nearly 400,000 people from at least 74 countries participating on September 8, 2007.

        The event was held again in 2008, but on September 28, instead of September 8 and September 28 has been used as the date to promote the event from that year onwards. More than 393,000 people participated and rabies education messages reached more than 50 million people on World Rabies Day in 2008. The result of this event was that there were enough funds to start grass-roots education and control projects in five countries. Various partners, including WHO and the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, support World Rabies Day, which highlights the impact of human and animal rabies and promotes how to prevent and stop the disease by combating it in animals.

Sept 28 Gunners' Day

	The Regiment of Artillery celebrates its raising day on September 28, annually. The date of raising is related to the raising of the Royal Indian Artillery as a part of the Bombay Presidency which occurred on the same day in1827. The organisation was named as 5 Bombay Battery and they soon prepared themselves for a role in the mountains. They participated in the first Anglo Afghan war which took place from 1839 to 1842. Thereafter the Regiment participated in both the World Wars and in all the wars post independence.
	Atillery is the second biggest arm, next to the infantry and has proved its mettle in all operations including Counter Insurgency actions in Jammu and Kashmir as also in the North East. Professionally the arm has provided Firepower in all operations with elan, pride and military precision. The Regiment having completed 186 years is currently undergoing a process of modernisation which would ensure that state-of-the-art equipment is inducted to enable the Regiment to undertake operations in the 21st century. Having spent all these glorious years it would be pertinent to take a reality check on aspects concerning the arm which is aptly referred to as the King of the Battle. It is pertinent to note that while Guns are the colours, the ammunition is the weapon and it is a combination of these two that causes devastating effect at the target. On attaining independence the Regiment of Artillery was primarily equipped with the 25 pounder as the basic field gun. Known as the ‘Old Faithful’ the Gun provided a yeoman’s service in the four wars up to 1971. We also had the 3.7 inch Howitzer, 4.2 inch mortar and the 5.5 inch Medium Gun. With the passage of time and improvement of technology the role of the Artillery transformed from neutralisation to destruction which ensures that the enemy is destroyed and the devastating firepower breaks his will to fight, enabling our assaulting troops to close in, capture the objective and attain victory.

Sept 29 World Heart Day

Heart disease and stroke are the world’s leading cause of death, claiming 17.2 million lives each year and this is projected to remain so, according to WHO. It represents 30 percent of all global deaths.

Risk factors that may lead to heart disease and stroke include -

1. Raised blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose levels
2. Smoking
3. Inadequate intake of fruit and vegetables
4. Overweight
5. Obesity
6. Physical inactivity
   

World Heart Day was thus created to inform people around the globe that heart disease and stroke are the world’s leading cause of death. Together with organizations such as WHO, the World Heart Federation spreads the news that at least 80 percent of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke could be avoided if the main risk factors – which are tobacco, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity – are controlled. World Heart Day started in 1999. World Heart Day is globally held on the last Sunday of September each year to inform people about cardiovascular diseases, which are the biggest cause of death worldwide. The event also aims to promote preventative measures that reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Many people around the world unite with governments and non-government organizations celebrate and promote World Heart Day each year. Activities include fun runs, public talks, concerts, and sporting events. The World Heart Federation organizes awareness events in more than 100 countries. They include - Health checks, Organized walks, runs and fitness sessions, Public talks, Stage shows, Scientific forums, Exhibitions, Concerts, Carnivals, Sports tournaments. These activities are done in partnership with organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), which is the UN’s directing and coordinating authority for health.
Symbols - Various leaflets, posters, brochures and other material used to promote World Heart Day show images of people taking steps towards healthier living through activities such as exercise, as well as eating healthy and nutritious food. The heart symbol is also seen in promotional material.
        This year’s theme for WHD is Creating healthy, heart choices for everyone everywhere.

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