UK Malnutrition Awareness Week takes place from 16 to 20 November 2026, raising awareness of malnutrition and dehydration and how to spot and prevent them.
When is UK Malnutrition Awareness Week?
UK Malnutrition Awareness Week takes place in November (November 16-20). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause: see the full calendar.
Why UK Malnutrition Awareness Week matters
Malnutrition affects many older and unwell people in the UK, often unnoticed, and harms recovery and independence. The week helps people recognise the signs and act early. Explore health & well-being volunteering.
How to get involved in UK Malnutrition Awareness Week
There are three simple ways to make UK Malnutrition Awareness Week count:
- Volunteer: volunteer to deliver meals or share a cuppa and company with older people at risk of malnutrition. Browse opportunities.
- Fundraise: fundraise for a charity tackling hunger and nutrition in your community.
- Raise awareness: learn and share the warning signs of malnutrition so more people get help in time.
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International Volunteer Managers Day
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National Tree Week
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Psychological Professions Week
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World Kindness Day
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