International Day for Epidemic Preparedness 2024

• International Day for Epidemic Preparedness is observed every year on 27 December.

• The first International Day for Epidemic Preparedness was observed on 27 December 2020.

• The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution on 7 December 2020 and declared 27 December as the International Day for Epidemic Preparedness.

• The day was called to advocate the importance of epidemic prevention, preparedness, and partnerships against pandemics.