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Drowning is a significant global public health issue, causing approximately 236,000 deaths annually. It is one of the primary causes of accidental death, particularly for individuals aged 1-24 years, and constitutes 7% of all injury-related deaths. Drowning affects all regions and economies, but over 90% of incidents occur in low and middle-income countries, with over half of global drownings happening in the WHO Western Pacific Region and WHO South-East Asia Region. In response to this issue, the General Assembly declared World Drowning Prevention Day, which takes place annually on July 25th. This day is meant to raise awareness about the devastating impact of drowning and promote proven preventative measures. Some of these measures include installing barriers to limit access to water, creating safe areas away from water, teaching water safety and swimming skills, training in safe rescue and resuscitation techniques, enforcing safe boating regulations, and improving flood risk management. The UN General Assembly invited the World Health Organization (WHO) to coordinate drowning prevention efforts within the UN system. As part of this role, WHO produces advocacy materials, organizes a global launch event, and supports national and local activities in countries worldwide.

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Dry July (AU): July

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Dry July is a fundraising event for people affected by cancer. To participate, register, pledge to give up alcohol for a month, and ask your friends and family to sponsor you for a Dry July. If you don't drink, try giving up soda, sugar, or something else for the month. It's all for a good cause and one of the easiest things you can do for someone and yourself!

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Earth Overshoot Day: July 26 (est)

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Earth Overshoot Day marks when humanity has used more from nature than our planet can renew. It shows the deficit in natural resources, pollution versus our use, and destruction. Key contributors are industrialized fishing, over-harvesting forests, and carbon dioxide emissions. In short, people use more than the planet can replace, and the ecosystems can absorb. When the project began in 1980, the date was November 3, and it continues to fall back each year. The date of Earth Overshoot Day each year is announced a few weeks before it happens, and therefore we estimate the date to keep the event within the calendar. The Nib published this cartoon strip illustrating the concept https://thenib.com/the-bet-are-we-doomed

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Eastport Old Home Week (US-ME): July 1-4

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Embracing Canada Day (July 1) and the Fourth of July, Eastport, Maine, the easternmost city in the United States surrounded by the Canadian Islands of the Atlantic and Bay of Fundy, celebrates both national events with Eastport Old Home Week. This festival features entertainment, music, a craft fair, rides, foods from both nations, and fireworks. PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are unknown until a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Eat Your Beans Day, Ntl.: July 3

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There are few things better than an ice-cold three-bean salad on a hot summer day, and National Eat Your Beans Day is a great day to revisit this classic. Beans are pulses. Pulses are leguminous crops yielding between 1 and 12 grains or seeds of variable size, shape, and color within a pod. Examples of pulses include beans, peas, and lentils. Pulses are far cheaper and more sustainable than meat and animal products, especially in developing countries. Use this day to discover some new beans and add some variety to your diet.

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Eat Your Jell-O Day, Ntl.: July 12

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Eat your Jell-o Day is simply a day to eat the gelatin dessert trademarked as Jell-o in 1899 by May David Wait. There is no trademark application, patent, or birthday/death day tied to this event; we can only assume that someone wanted an excuse to eat one of their favorite summer treats and thus created the day. After that, it became a traditional celebration that proliferated on the Internet.

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Elevator Day, Ntl. Talk in an: July 28

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National Talk in an Elevator Day supports those with the courage to break the silence in the elevator. It is a day encouraging shy people to challenge their comfort zone by talking to someone unfamiliar. Who knows, it may turn into the relationship of a lifetime!

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Embrace your Geekness Day: July 13

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Geeks are those lovable members of our society who think a little differently, tend to be more studious than the rest, and often confound us with their ingenuity. Generally not overly social outside their circles, geeks don't have time for superfluous activities, as they're too busy thinking, creating, inventing, and doing something. Geeks bring us modern advances in science and art and are generators of many revolutionary ideas and processes. Today is the day to be proud of being different. Wear your geekiness proudly! Embrace Your Geekness Day is a Wellcat holiday.

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Emoji Day, World (2002): July 17

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Apple launched its first emoji calendar on July 17, 2002. Emojis have become central to our communication and derived from computer shorthand used in the early days of the Internet. Currently, tens of thousands of emojis are in use worldwide. Jeremy Burge, the founder of Emojipedia, created World Emoji day in 2014 to mark the 2002 anniversary. Each year since the launch of World Emoji Day, Emojipedia runs the World Emoji Awards, recognizing the best and most popular emojis of the past year.

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Environment Day, World: July 5

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Created by the United Nations, each year, World Environment Day features a different focus and theme impacting different areas, ranging from pollution to sustainability. Held annually on July 5.

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European Astronomical Society Annual Meeting (PL): July 10-14

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European Astronomical Society Annual Meeting is the annual meeting of the European Astronomical Society (EAS). With more than 20 years of tradition, it has become the largest conference for European astronomy. In addition to plenary sessions and the award of prestigious prizes, the conference hosts many symposia held in parallel, as well as special sessions and meetings. PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are only a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly Award (ESPY)(US-CA): July 12

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The ESPYS gather top celebrities from sports and entertainment to commemorate the past year in sports by recognizing major sports achievements, reliving unforgettable moments, and saluting the leading performers and performances. The show recognizes achievements in categories such as "Best MLB Player," "Best Team," "Best Female Athlete," and "Best Upset." Inspiring human stories garner three awards: the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage, the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance, and the Pat Tillman Award for Service. The ESPYS support ESPN's ongoing commitment to the V Foundation for Cancer Research, launched by ESPN with the late Jim Valvano in 1993. Header Image: Entry to 2019 ESPY Awards, Los Angeles. ESPN Images (C) 2019 PLEASE NOTE: Treat all televised and venue-specific events (sporting, concerts, trade shows, etc.) as estimated. Several factors can cause an event to move dates at the last minute, including weather, strikes, natural disasters, political upheaval, conflicting programming, pandemics, and current events. Because of this, always verify the event with the promotor before committing resources. LEEP often estimates dates based on the previous year's schedules, as the final dates are unknown until a few months, weeks, or days before the event. If the date is known to be estimated, you will see an (est) following the date in the title.

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Family Golf Month: July

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Family Golf Month occurs each July. Each year features a new focus. This month features activities all over the country designed to help kids get involved in golf. Activities include Take Your Daughter to the Course Week; Bring Your Kids to the Golf Range Day; Family Golf Play Days; Family Golf Clinics; PGA Family Courses, and special junior rates. For a list of facilities participating in Family Golf Month, visit PlayGolfAmerica.com.

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Family Reunion Month: July

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With summer upon us and the kids out of school, many families use vacation time to visit and meet with their extended families. Family reunions are a social and valuable means for cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents to mingle, get to know each other, and create lasting memories. Another way to celebrate Family Reunion Month focuses on safety. Do you and your family have a plan of what to do in the event of a fire, earthquake, tornado, or other disasters that might cause you to become temporarily separated? Do your children know where to find emergency supplies? Do you have a family rendezvous point? Use the month to place an emergency family reunion plan that helps keep you and your family safe in the event of a disaster. Family Reunion Month in July (or August, depending upon who you ask) is an unofficial monthly observance in the United States with no sponsor. Tradition forms its origin.

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Farriers Week, Ntl.: July 9-15

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Farriers work hard year-round to provide quality hoof care for horses worldwide. American Farriers Journal created National Farriers Appreciation Week to honor their dedication and service. Horse owners, riders, trainers, grooms, veterinarians, and others in the equine community are asked and encouraged to submit photos, videos, and stories about their farrier to the journal on this day.

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