National Grateful Patient Day
September 7, Sunday

Purpose of the holiday
The holiday aims to:
* Encourage patients to express gratitude to doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers.
* Create an atmosphere of trust and respect within the healthcare system.
* Support the moral and emotional well-being of medical staff through recognition of their work.
Traditions and ways of celebration
* Sending thank-you letters, cards, or messages to doctors and nurses.
* Expressing personal words of gratitude when visiting medical facilities.
* Organizing small events or recognition activities for healthcare staff.
* Posting stories on social media about positive healthcare experiences using the holiday’s hashtags.
Interesting facts
* Expressing gratitude to healthcare workers can increase their motivation and job satisfaction.
* The holiday helps improve interactions between patients and medical staff, creating a friendlier and more supportive atmosphere in healthcare facilities.
* National Grateful Patient Day reminds us of the importance of human connection and recognizing the efforts of people working in healthcare.
National Grateful Patient Day in other years
- 2021 September 7, Tuesday
- 2022 September 7, Wednesday
- 2023 September 7, Thursday
- 2024 September 7, Saturday
- 2026 September 7, Monday