World Thyroid Day observed on 25 May

Exam-focused facts from the 26 May 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

World Thyroid Day is observed annually on 25 May to mark the founding of the European Thyroid Association (ETA) in 1965.
The day was officially initiated in 2007 by the Thyroid Federation International (TFI) and was first observed in 2008.
The global observance is supported by leading bodies including the American Thyroid Association (ATA) and the Asia-Oceania Thyroid Association (AOTA).
The event is part of International Thyroid Awareness Week, which focuses on education, clinical training, and outreach initiatives.
In India, thyroid disorders are ranked as the second most common endocrine conditions after diabetes.