International Day of Radiology
A global day on 8 November, the anniversary of the discovery of X-rays, recognising medical imaging.
- UK
- USA
- International
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held2012
About the day
The day is run by the European Society of Radiology, the Radiological Society of North America and the American College of Radiology. It marks Wilhelm Röntgen's discovery of X-rays in 1895. The 2026 day is the 15th and focuses on emergency radiology.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday 8 November 2026 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2027 | Monday 8 November 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Wednesday 8 November 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
Where this information comes from
Spotted a mistake? If you run this day, claim it to correct it.