Awareness Health
World Stroke Day
A global day on 29 October to raise awareness of stroke, its warning signs and how it can be prevented.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserWorld Stroke Organization
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
World Stroke Day is led by the World Stroke Organization. Each year's campaign focuses on prevention, fast treatment or recovery, and partners light landmarks and hold events. The 2026 theme was Every M1nute Counts, about spotting the signs quickly.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday 29 October 2026 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Friday 29 October 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Sunday 29 October 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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