Shining a Light on Invisible Illnesses: Why We Wear Red Shoes on July 25th

Shining a Light on Invisible Illnesses: Why We Wear Red Shoes on July 25th

International Red Shoe Day is observed on July 25th each year to raise awareness about invisible illnesses and to honor those who have passed away from them. The day encourages people to wear red shoes as a symbol of solidarity and support for people battling these often misunderstood and invisible health issues.

Invisible illnesses, like chronic pain conditions, autoimmune diseases, and mental health disorders, can be hard to understand and diagnose because their symptoms are not always visible to others. By wearing red shoes on this day, people want to highlight the challenges faced by those with these conditions and foster empathy and support within the community.

International Red Shoe Day is important because it remembers those we’ve lost and encourages us to be more aware and understanding of invisible illnesses. It reminds us to be compassionate and to push for better support and research to help those who suffer from these hidden health problems.

Learn more about Invisible Illnesses here: https://www.health.com/condition/autoimmune-disease/invisible-illness

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