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May and June's Special Days

By: zoe sapir and Shir Nir

World No Tobacco Day:

World No Tobacco Day is observed on May 31 around the world. This day is about encourage abstinence from all forms of tobacco for 24 hours. This day draws attention to the negative health effects of tobacco uses, which lead to nearly 6 million deaths each year worldwide, including non-smoker being exposed to second-hand smoke. You're welcome to read more about this day in the link

above.

World Oceans Day:

The World Ocean Day is observed on 8 June. This day is all about honour the world's oceans and celebrate what they provide. You're welcome to take part and find events about The World Ocean

Day in the link above.

World Environment Day:

The world environment day is held by the United Nations Environment Programme and is celebrated on 5 June to raise awareness to take positive environmental action to protect our world. You're welcome to visit one of the links and to take part and to read more about this day.