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World Hospice and Palliative Care Day

Held on the second Saturday in October, this day calls for better hospice and palliative care services around the world.

  • UK
  • USA
  • International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known

About the day

The Worldwide Hospice Palliative Care Alliance coordinates the day and sets an annual theme. In 2026 it fell on Saturday 10 October with a focus on pain management in palliative care.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Saturday 9 October 2027UK, USA, InternationalSet by a fixed rule
2028Saturday 14 October 2028UK, USA, InternationalSet by a fixed rule
2029Saturday 13 October 2029UK, USA, InternationalSet by a fixed rule

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