Malcolm X Day is observed on May 19 every year in the United States. It is used to show appreciation for Malcolm X, who was a civil rights leader. He was an African American Muslim minister who was a vocal advocate for black empowerment. He championed the promotion of Islam within the black community. Malcolm X is also known to be credited with raising the self-esteem of black Americans since he reconnected the people with their African heritage. The holiday serves to appreciate and celebrate the works he did in his time and the impact he had on society.
World Family Doctor Day
World Family Doctor Day is on May 19 every year. Founded by the World Organization of Family Doctors (W.O.N.C.A.) in 2010, World Family Doctor Day has now grown into a global celebration of the importance of family doctors in health care. Taking part in this event is a great way to show appreciation for the important role family medicine plays in providing patients with individualized, comprehensive, and long-term health care. Family doctors around the world have made significant contributions to medicine — now is the time to recognize that. It’s also a moment to recognize the advancements in family medicine and the unique efforts of primary care teams worldwide.
National Marvin Day
National Marvin Day is celebrated on May 18 every year. It is a day meant for celebrating anyone named Marvin in the world. The name ‘Marvin’ is predominantly masculine and is of Welsh origin. It was derived from the Welsh name ‘Mervyn.’ The name means ‘Sea Hill’ and has been a neglected name for a while now, even though it was the first name of one of the greatest musicians to ever live, Marvin Gaye. In the United States, the name rose in popularity at the beginning of the 20th century and peaked in the early 1930s. The short form of the name is ‘Marv.’