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World Birth Defects Day

World Birth Defects Day is held on March 3. This event in the first decade of the month March is annual.

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Birth defects are alterations that affect the embryo or fetus. They impair the body's ability to function and prevent newborns from having a normal developmental process. World Birth Defects Day was established on March 3, 2015 to advocate for greater economic and political support related to birth defects.

Congenital defects contribute up to 21% of under-5 mortality in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC); the Zika virus congenital syndrome epidemic was a situation that prompted recognition of the relevance of such conditions. Strengthening the visibility of birth defects in terms of surveillance and response is a priority in the Region of the Americas and requires the participation of all stakeholders: policy makers, health teams, society and its organizations are central actors in providing an adequate and timely response.

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World Compliment Day on March 1 (appeared after many successful editions of “National Compliment Day” in the Netherlands);

World Civil Defence Day on March 1;

World Seagrass Day on March 1;

Nutrition Month in Canada and USA on March 1;

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in Great Britain on March 1 (when a woman is diagnosed at the earliest stage, her chance of surviving ovarian cancer for five years or more doubles from just 46 per cent to more than 90 per cent);

National Procrastination Week in the UK on March 1 (the goal is to leave unnecessary tasks at a later time, provide mental and emotional relief, help reduce stress and anxiety);

National for the Blind in El Salvador on March 1 (Nacional de Las Personas Ciegas);

Self-injury Awareness Day on March 1;

Time for a Cuppa in England on March 1 (gather your friends and family on a cup for a cup of tea, a piece of cake and a nose - all for good reason!);

World Butt Day on March 3 (The idea for the holiday belongs to Kara Kitty Blair, Rae Woodbuns, Melissa Benzinger in 2012);

World Hearing Day on March 3 (is held each year to raise awareness on how to prevent deafness and hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care across the world);