Awareness Health
Stroke Awareness Month (Make May Purple)
A UK campaign through May, run by the Stroke Association, asking people to go purple and fundraise for stroke research and support.
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OrganiserStroke Association
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
The Stroke Association runs Make May Purple for Stroke Awareness Month. Supporters host purple themed events, and funds pay for research and services such as the Stroke Support Helpline. The charity has said the campaign returns in 2027.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 to 31 May 2027 | UK | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 May 2028 | UK | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | 1 to 31 May 2029 | UK | Set by a fixed rule |
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