National Bruce Day is celebrated annually on May 14. The meaning of the boy’s name, Bruce, which is of French, Scottish, and English origin, is “from the brushwood thicket.” Join us as we celebrate these unique individuals and honor their reputed ability to interact with others effectively due to their innate gift for gab. We hope their generosity, fidelity, joy, patience, and endearing demeanor will inspire the rest of us to “Bruce’” up our daily lives. Read on to learn more about the history of this fascinating name.
International Awareness Day for Chronic Immunological and Neurological Diseases

International Awareness Day for Chronic Immunological and Neurological Diseases is observed across the world on May 12. Since 1992, this date has been designated as International Awareness Day for Chronic Immunological and Neurological Diseases. It marks the birthday of Florence Nightingale — the creator of ‘modern nursing.’ Early detection, sensitivity to the disease, reduced feelings of isolation in patients, and prejudice due to ignorance are all benefits of disease awareness. It also facilitates policy reforms and research. The medical community hopes to raise awareness about a variety of disorders that fall under the “Chronic Immunological and Neurological Diseases” (CIND) umbrella by commemorating this day.
Birth anniversary of Manlilikha ng Bayan Masino Intaray

The Birth Anniversary of Manlilikha ng Bayan Masino Intaray is observed on April 10. Masino Intaray, a Palawan native, was a recipient of the Gawad ng Maharlika ng Bayan or Living National Treasure Award in 1993. This was for his outstanding contributions to the performing arts and literature of the Philippines.