Awareness Health
World Hemophilia Day
A global day on 17 April that raises awareness of haemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders.
- UK
- USA
- International
OrganiserWorld Federation of Hemophilia
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First held1989
About the day
World Hemophilia Day has been marked since 1989 and is led by the World Federation of Hemophilia. The date honours its founder Frank Schnabel, who was born on 17 April. Landmarks light up red for the day.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 17 April 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Monday 17 April 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Tuesday 17 April 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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