Awareness Health
World Chagas Disease Day
World Chagas Disease Day on 14 April raises awareness of a neglected tropical disease that can silently damage the heart and gut.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserWorld Health Organization
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held2020
About the day
The World Health Organization has marked the day since 2020. Chagas disease mainly affects poor people with little access to health care, and the day promotes early diagnosis, treatment and stopping its spread.
2026 theme
Women at the heart: protecting the next generation from Chagas disease
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 14 April 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 14 April 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 14 April 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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