The World Thyroid Day is observed every year on May 25 to spread awareness of thyroid health and educating about prevention and treatment of thyroid diseases.
In 2008, European Thyroid Association (ETA) and American Thyroid Association (ATA) had joined hands to create, for the first time ever day devoted globally to Thyroid Gland and it's numerous and often ‘invisible’ symptoms.
It was observed for the first time in 2009. Since then, it has been celebrated annually round globe together with its extension, International Thyroid Awareness Week, which surrounds main Day.