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Oct
World Anaesthesia Day, celebrated on October 16, marks a very important event in medicine. On this day in 1846, doctors first used a special medicine called anesthesia to help a person sleep and not feel pain during surgery. This made surgeries much safer and more comfortable for patients. World Anaesthesia Day helps people around the world remember and thank the doctors and scientists who made surgeries less scary and painful. It's about learning how this discovery changed how doctors can help people feel better when they need operations.
How to celebrate World Anaesthesia Day?
On World Anaesthesia Day, you can celebrate by playing doctor games with friends, pretending to safely help toys or dolls feel no pain. Make a thank you card for a doctor who helps people feel comfortable during surgeries. Watch a fun, kid-friendly video about how anaesthesia works. Discuss with family or classmates why being pain-free during surgery is cool and important. You can also draw or color pictures showing a happy hospital scene. Feel grateful for the medicines that help people feel better and share your thoughts with others. Finish by eating a yummy treat to celebrate the day!
Where World Anaesthesia Day is celebrated?
- - International
