National Dress in Blue Day turns a simple wardrobe choice into a conversation starter about colorectal cancer, a disease that is often preventable and highly treatable when found early.
On June 18, celebrate Wear BLUE Day by sporting a blue outfit and discussing the health issues that plague men across the world. Awareness regarding health issues occurring in the male population is critical since, on average, men live at least five years less than women.
Wear Blue Day is observed every year in June on the Friday of Men’s Health Week and is used as a day to bring attention to the issue of men’s health. People celebrate this day by wearing blue—which is a sign of support for the men in your life.
The first Friday of April is typically the day we encourage everyone in our community to wear blue to recognize the importance of community involvement to bring about awareness and education surrounding issues to ensure the well-being of children.
Friday of Men’s Health Week has been officially named Wear BLUE Day. Wear BLUE Day is celebrated by private corporations, government agencies, sports teams, and individuals to show their concern for the health and wellbeing of boys and men.
Host a Wear BLUE day to raise awareness and money for education about men’s need to seek regular checkups, or testicular cancer education, prostate cancer education, or other health issues that affect men.
National Wear Blue Day, celebrated on various dates throughout the year, aims to raise awareness for a wide range of causes such as child abuse prevention, anti-bullying efforts, and honoring the sacrifices of our brave law enforcement officers.