Awareness Health
World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day
A global day on 30 January that calls for action to end neglected tropical diseases, which affect more than a billion people.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserWorld Health Organization
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
The World Health Assembly formally recognised the day in 2021, and WHO leads the campaign. The date marks the launch of the first WHO roadmap on these diseases and the London Declaration on 30 January 2012.
2026 theme
Unite. Act. Eliminate.
The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 30 January 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Sunday 30 January 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Tuesday 30 January 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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