July 6 is celebrated as World Kiss Day, World Cardiologist Day
In Kazakhstan – Capital Day, in Lithuania – State Day, in Finland – Eino Leino Day (Summer and Poetry Day), in the Czech Republic – Jan Hus Memorial Day. In Italy – Saint Fermin Festival in Pamplona.
Buddhists celebrate the Dalai Lama’s birthday.
kiss day
This holiday celebrates the significance and symbolism of a kiss. The day is believed to have originated in Great Britain in the 1990s, but its popularity quickly spread around the world. A kiss is a gesture that can express love, friendship, respect or even greeting. On this day, it is customary to give kisses to loved ones, friends and loved ones, which helps to strengthen emotional ties. In many cultures, kisses have different meanings, and this holiday helps to further appreciate and understand this form of expression of feelings.
Interesting Facts:
The longest kiss in history lasted 58 hours, 35 minutes and 58 seconds, and was set in 2013 by a Thai couple as part of a Kiss Day contest.
Scientists have proven that kissing can strengthen the immune system, reduce stress levels and even increase the level of happiness due to the release of endorphins.
Kisses have different meanings in different cultures. For example, in France there is a tradition of kissing on both cheeks when greeting, and in Japan kissing in public is rare.
A kiss engages 146 facial and body muscles, of which 34 are facial muscles and 112 are postural muscles that help maintain balance.
Cardiologist’s Day
Cardiologist Day is celebrated to highlight the importance of the work of these doctors and their contribution to maintaining heart health. Cardiologists are doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system. Various events are held on this day to raise public awareness of heart disease and the importance of prevention. Many hospitals and medical institutions organize free consultations and examinations so that people can get information about their heart condition and advice on a healthy lifestyle. This holiday is also an opportunity to thank cardiologists for their selfless work and help in saving human lives.
Interesting Facts:
Cardiology as a separate branch of medicine began to develop in the 20th century, although the study of the heart began in ancient Greek medicine.
Cardiovascular diseases are one of the main causes of death in the world, which makes the work of cardiologists extremely important.
The first successful open-heart surgery was performed in 1893 by the American surgeon Daniel Gale Williams.
With advances in technology, cardiologists now have access to innovative diagnostic and treatment methods such as angiography, cardiac MRI, and minimally invasive surgery.
The main emphasis in the work of modern cardiologists is on the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, which includes the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition and regular physical activity.
Historical events on this day:
1253 — the coronation of Mindovga, the first and only king of Lithuania, took place.
1415 — Jan Hus, the leader of the Czech Protestants, was burned at the stake.
1439 — at the Florence Cathedral, Pope Eugene IV and Byzantine Emperor John VIII signed the Florentine Union, which laid the foundation for the creation of the Greek Catholic Church.
1483 — the crowned king of England, Richard III.
1535 — English humanist, Lord Chancellor Thomas More was executed on charges of treason.
1785 — the dollar became the national currency of the USA.
1957 — at a holiday in the suburbs of Liverpool, 16-year-old John Lennon and 15-year-old Paul McCartney met and got to know each other.
1958 – in Kiev solemnly opened the Exhibition of Achievements of the National Economy of Ukraine (VDNG, now the National Expo Center of Ukraine).
2005 – The Verkhovna Rada adopted the Code of Administrative Justice of Ukraine.
