Health & Disease — Set 4
Days & Years · स्वास्थ्य और रोग · Questions 31–40 of 60
World Parkinson's Day is observed on April 11th to mark the birthday of?
Correct Answer: C. Hans Asperger
• **James Parkinson** = He was the first to describe 'shaking palsy' as a medical condition. • **1817** — This is the year James Parkinson first described 'shaking palsy', which is now known as Parkinson's disease. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Alois Alzheimer]: Known for Alzheimer's disease, a different neurological disorder; [Hans Asperger]: Known for Asperger's syndrome, a developmental disorder; [Robert Koch]: Known for his work on microbiology, including tuberculosis.
World First Aid Day is generally observed annually on the?
Correct Answer: D. Third Sunday of July
• **Third Sunday of July** = This day aims to raise awareness of how first aid can prevent injuries and save lives. • **International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)** — This organization introduced World First Aid Day to promote its importance. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Second Saturday of September]: This is an incorrect date for World First Aid Day; [First Monday of October]: This is an incorrect date for World First Aid Day; [Last Friday of August]: This is an incorrect date for World First Aid Day.
World Hand Hygiene Day is observed annually on which date?
Correct Answer: C. December 1
• **May 5** = This day highlights the importance of hand hygiene in healthcare to prevent infection. • **5/5** — This date was chosen to symbolize the five fingers on each hand, emphasizing the simplicity and effectiveness of handwashing. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [October 15]: Incorrect date for World Hand Hygiene Day; [December 1]: Incorrect date for World Hand Hygiene Day; [March 22]: World Water Day is observed on this date.
World Food Safety Day is observed by the UN on which date?
Correct Answer: C. August 12
• **June 7** = This day draws attention and inspires action to help prevent foodborne risks and ensure food safety. • **2018** — World Food Safety Day was established by the UN General Assembly in this year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [October 16]: World Food Day is observed on this date; [August 12]: International Youth Day is observed on this date; [April 7]: World Health Day is observed on this date.
On which date is World Environment Day, which addresses health through ecosystem protection, observed?
Correct Answer: C. August 5
• **June 5** = It is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action for environmental protection. • **1972** — World Environment Day was established at the Stockholm Conference in this year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [July 5]: Incorrect date for World Environment Day; [August 5]: Incorrect date for World Environment Day; [September 5]: International Day of Charity is observed on this date.
World Sjogren's Day is observed on July 23rd to honor the birthday of?
Correct Answer: A. Thomas Hodgkin
• **Henrik Sjogren** = He was the Swedish ophthalmologist who first identified the autoimmune disease named Sjogren's syndrome. • **1933** — This is the year Henrik Sjogren first identified the autoimmune disease. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Thomas Hodgkin]: Known for Hodgkin's lymphoma, a type of cancer, unrelated to Sjogren's; [James Parkinson]: Known for Parkinson's disease, a neurological disorder; [Georges Gilles]: Known for Tourette's syndrome (Georges Gilles de la Tourette), a neurological disorder.
Which day is recognized as World Obesity Day globally?
Correct Answer: C. May 4
• **March 4** = This day aims to raise awareness and improve policies regarding the global obesity crisis. • **Obesity** — It is a complex disease involving an excessive amount of body fat, significantly increasing the risk of other diseases. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [April 4]: International Day of Mine Awareness is observed on this date; [May 4]: Star Wars Day is unofficially celebrated on this date; [February 4]: World Cancer Day is observed on this date.
On which date is World Brain Tumor Day observed annually?
Correct Answer: C. August 8
• **August 8** = This day aims to draw public attention to brain tumors, a rare but devastating disease. • **2000** — World Brain Tumor Day was initiated in this year by the German Brain Tumor Association. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [June 8]: World Oceans Day is observed on this date; [July 8]: Incorrect date for World Brain Tumor Day; [May 8]: World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is observed on this date.
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week is celebrated annually in which month?
Correct Answer: C. December
• **November** = World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) aims to increase awareness of global antimicrobial resistance (AMR). • **November 18 to 24** — World Antimicrobial Awareness Week usually takes place during these dates each year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [October]: Incorrect month for World Antimicrobial Awareness Week; [December]: Incorrect month for World Antimicrobial Awareness Week; [September]: Incorrect month for World Antimicrobial Awareness Week.
Which date is celebrated as World Physiotherapy Day?
Correct Answer: A. October 8
• **September 8** = This day marks the unity and solidarity of the global physiotherapy community. • **Physiotherapy** — It helps restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury or illness. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [October 8]: Incorrect date for World Physiotherapy Day; [August 8]: World Brain Tumor Day is observed on this date; [July 8]: Incorrect date for World Physiotherapy Day.