Nutrition and Hydration Week takes place from 10 to 16 March 2026, a global movement highlighting the importance of good nutrition and hydration in health and care.
When is Nutrition and Hydration Week?
Nutrition and Hydration Week is observed in March (March 10-16). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.
Why Nutrition and Hydration Week matters
Eating and drinking well is essential to recovery and wellbeing, and poor nutrition or dehydration can seriously harm older and vulnerable people in particular. Explore health & well-being volunteering.
How to get involved in Nutrition and Hydration Week
There are three simple ways to make Nutrition and Hydration Week count:
- Volunteer — volunteer at a care home, hospital or community meal service supporting people to eat and drink well. Browse opportunities.
- Fundraise — fundraise for a food, care or older people’s charity tackling malnutrition.
- Raise awareness — share practical advice on staying nourished and hydrated, especially for those at risk.
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Other March Dates
Brain Awareness Week
March 16-22
Eating Disorders Awareness Week
February 28 - March 6
Healthcare Science Week
March
International Day of Happiness
March 20
International Transgender Day of Visibility
March 31
International Women's Day
March 8
Mother's Day
Last Sunday of March
National Salt Awareness Week
March 9-15
No Smoking Day
March 12
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
1-31
Overseas NHS Workers Day
March 7
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
1-31
World Autism Acceptance Week
March
World Down Syndrome Day
March 21
World Kidney Day
March 13
World Oral Health Day
March 20
World Sleep Day
March 14
Young Carer's Action Day
March 16
Zero Discrimination Day
March 1
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