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Join the fight against iodine deficiency disorders on Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day - because every person deserves access to proper nutrition.
Get ready to raise awareness and take action on Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day on October 21! This day was first observed in the early 1990s as a way to highlight the importance of iodine in our diets and to prevent deficiency disorders such as goiter, cretinism, and intellectual disabilities. Iodine is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. So let's celebrate this day by learning more about iodine and how we can ensure its presence in our diets for a healthier future!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1831</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Iodine Discovered</div><div class='timeline-text'>French chemist Bernard Courtois discovers Iodine, laying the groundwork for understanding its vital role in human health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1922</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Goiter Prevention</div><div class='timeline-text'>Iodization of salt is introduced in the United States as a public health measure to prevent goiter, an enlargement of the thyroid gland caused by iodine deficiency.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Health Assembly Resolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Health Assembly, the governing body of the World Health Organization (WHO), passes resolution WHA39.18, calling for the elimination of iodine deficiency disorders.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Effort to Eliminate Iodine Deficiency</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Summit for Children sets a goal to eliminate iodine deficiency disorders by the year 2000.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Global IDD Prevention Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of iodine in human health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UNICEF Report on Iodine Deficiency Progress</div><div class='timeline-text'>UNICEF reports that 70% of households worldwide now consume iodized salt, a key step in preventing iodine deficiency disorders.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread awareness about iodine deficiency disorders</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use social media platforms, such as Twitter and Facebook, to share information and facts about iodine deficiency disorders. Encourage your friends and followers to learn more about this important issue.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a fundraiser for organizations fighting iodine deficiency disorders</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a charity event, such as a bake sale or a fun run, to raise funds for organizations working to prevent and treat iodine deficiency disorders in developing countries.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself about iodine-rich foods</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Research foods that are high in iodine, such as seafood, dairy products, and fortified salt, and incorporate them into your diet. Share your knowledge with others to help spread the importance of iodine in a healthy diet.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local health clinic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Contact your local health clinic or hospital to see if they offer free iodine testing or education about iodine deficiency disorders. Offer your time and skills to help raise awareness and provide resources to those in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a documentary screening</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a documentary that focuses on iodine deficiency disorders and host a screening for your friends, family, and community. Use this as an opportunity to have meaningful discussions and raise awareness about the issue.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Iodine is essential for health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Iodine is an important mineral that our bodies need to function properly. It plays a key role in thyroid function, brain development, and reproductive health. By preventing iodine deficiency disorders, we can help promote overall well-being.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a preventable public health issue</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Iodine deficiency disorders are entirely preventable with the use of iodized salt and proper nutrition. By raising awareness on Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day, we can educate people on the importance of consuming enough iodine-rich foods or using fortified salt to prevent these conditions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It affects vulnerable populations</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Iodine deficiency is most prevalent in areas with limited access to nutritious food and healthcare, as well as pregnant women and young children. By addressing this issue, we can help improve the health and well-being of these vulnerable populations and promote equality in healthcare.</p></div></div>
Global Iodine Deficiency Disorders Prevention Day is celebrated on October 21 every year. In 2024, it will fall on a Monday.
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