World Sickle Day is observed every year on June 19 to increase public awareness about sickle cell disease. Sickle cell disease is caused by an inherited gene mutation that results in disfigured red blood cells (RBCs). The anomaly is caused by the impact that the gene mutation has on the haemoglobin molecule.
World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year on 17 june to spread awareness about international cooperation to combat desertification and the effects of drought. This day was established in 1994 as a result of a convention held at the UN General Assembly.
World Accreditation Day is observed every year on June 9 to raise awareness about the value and benefits of accreditation in ensuring competence, reliability, and credibility in industries such as healthcare, laboratories, certification bodies, and conformity assessment services.
