Today, on the second Thursday of October, various events are held in many countries to celebrate World Sight Day, reports UNN.
The event focuses on issues related to combating ophthalmic diseases and ensuring quality medical assistance for early detection of disorders.
According to some studies, 285 million people worldwide experience vision impairment, with 39 million completely unable to see.
Statistics indicate that every five seconds, one person loses their sight, and every minute, one child becomes blind.
Children of school age, who may suffer from myopia or hyperopia, are particularly vulnerable to ophthalmic diseases, as are individuals over 40 years old suffering from glaucoma and cataracts.
In 2009, the UK celebrated Porridge Day for the first time. This event, aimed at raising funds to assist countries whose populations suffer from hunger, quickly gained popularity in many parts of the world.
The most calorific porridge is semolina, containing 331 calories per 100 grams. Additionally, this porridge is rich in potassium and vitamins B1 and B2. Meanwhile, the most filling porridge is oatmeal, which contains 15 grams of protein per 100 grams, meeting a quarter of the daily protein requirement. Oatmeal also has the highest zinc content among all porridges, and its consumption reduces the risk of colon cancer by 10%.
Since 2010, events have been held in many countries around the world on October 10 to mark World Homeless Day.
According to experts, there are currently over 100 million homeless people globally, and this number continues to rise. Each year, more than two million children find themselves on the streets and become homeless.
The aim of today's event is to raise public awareness about the issues faced by individuals who have become homeless due to various social and economic reasons.
The best way to contribute is to provide support to organizations that assist the homeless.
Animal advocates and all compassionate individuals are joining events today to raise awareness about road traffic accidents involving animals.
Statistics show that 25% of animals die instantly after being hit by a vehicle. However, 75% have a chance of survival if they receive prompt medical assistance. The potential mortality rate from traffic accidents is around 70 million animals annually.
In Ukraine, October 10 has been celebrated as the Day of Workers in Standardization and Metrology since 2002.
It was in October 1901 that the first chamber for the verification and stamping of trade weights and measures was opened in Kharkiv, on the territory of modern Ukraine.
According to the church calendar, October 10 is the Day of Remembrance for Martyrs Evlampius and Evlampia.
The brother and sister lived in the 4th century in the city of Nicodemia. When persecutions against Christians intensified, Evlampius was captured and tortured to renounce the Lord. When Evlampia learned of her brother's suffering, she rushed to the court as well.
According to tradition, the brother and sister bravely endured all tortures. Evlampia was beheaded, and Evlampius died shortly after from grief.
Today, name days are celebrated by Evlampius, Victor, Herman, Michael, Peter, Theodore, Evlampia, Akilina, and Fevronia.