National Tuberous Sclerosis Day is observed on May 15 every year. This day is dedicated to raising awareness of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (T.S.C.). Because it is such a rare form of disease, people diagnosed with T.S.C. or Bourneville-Pringle disease are often marginalized in society. But thanks to the proactive public service efforts of Tuberous Sclerosis International, they are helping to eradicate the stigma associated with the illness. This national holiday aims to fight T.S.C.-related social exclusion and raise funds for medical research. It is of the utmost importance to understand that people with T.S.C. are not disabled and are as entitled to education and social activities as anybody else.
Shades Day
Shades Day is observed annually in the United Kingdom on the closest Friday to International Day of the Family, which occurs on May 15. This year, it will be celebrated on May 16. The holiday was created by the Family Holiday Association (F.H.A.), a charity that provides seaside breaks and day trips to families struggling with life’s toughest challenges, such as bereavement, illness, mental health issues, and domestic violence. The charity receives no government funding, so donations and fundraisers are its only source of income. On Shades Day, people are encouraged to take pictures of themselves wearing sunglasses and support the charity by donating money.
Cough Drop Day
Cough Drop Day is observed annually on May 13. In existence since around 1000 B.C, cough drops are small, medicated tablets intended to soothe a sore or irritated throat. In the 19th century in the United States, physicians commenced adding questionable ingredients to their cough drop formulas. Thankfully, this was soon phased out. Today, cough drops are often candy-like, with a sweet taste derived from the sweetening agents included in most products. One can even access various recipes from the internet with ingredients from pears to cinnamon and ginger.