Rare Disease Day is observed on the last day of February, However, since the year 2024 is a leap year, Rare Disease Day is being observed on February 29.

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Rare Disease Day is observed on the last day of February. However, since the year 2024 is a leap year, Rare Disease Day will be observed on February 29. In the year 2008, EURORDIS, with the Council of National Alliances announced Rare Diseases Day to be observed on February 29 keeping in mind the rarity of the date in the calendar. In the first year of celebrations, Rare Disease Day saw participation from eighteen countries in Europe. Since then, Rare Disease Day has been observed on the last day of February every year. Rare Disease Day is observed to create awareness on the rare diseases that exist and how they can affect the daily lives of the patients. Rare diseases, despite their name, are a significant health concern affecting millions worldwide. The theme for Rare Disease Day 2024 is "Share Your Colours".


      Rare Disease Day was observed on 29 February 2024.

      The theme for Rare Disease Day 2024 is "Share Your Colours".

     

 

     


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