National UTI Awareness Day is a health observance dedicated to raising awareness about urinary tract infections, which are the second most common infections in the United States after the common cold.
Quick Facts
When is it: November 21st annually
Tagged as: Health Awareness Day
What’s the hashtag: #NationalUTIAwarenessDay
When was it founded: 2017
Who founded it: Uqora, led by Jenna Ryan
History of National UTI Awareness Day
The day was established by Uqora, a company specializing in urinary tract health. The founder, Jenna Ryan, experienced 8 UTIs in 2014, which led her to create Uqora and eventually establish this awareness day to support others dealing with similar issues.
Timeline
- 1550 BC: First documented UTI cases in Egyptian Ebers Papyrus
- 2014: Jenna Ryan’s personal struggle with UTIs
- 2017: Founding of Uqora
- 2020: Official declaration of National UTI Awareness Day
Upcoming Dates
| Year | Month and Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | November 21 | Friday |
| 2026 | November 21 | Saturday |
| 2027 | November 21 | Sunday |
| 2028 | November 21 | Tuesday |
| 2029 | November 21 | Wednesday |
| 2030 | November 21 | Thursday |
How It’s Observed
The day focuses on education about UTI prevention, symptoms, and treatment. People share their stories on social media, healthcare providers organize awareness campaigns, and organizations provide educational resources about urinary tract health.
Fun Facts About UTIs
- UTIs cost approximately 70 billion dollars annually in healthcare expenses
- Over 33 million adults in the US have overactive bladder
- UTIs cause more than 8 million healthcare provider visits annually
- Women are more affected than men by UTIs
Quiz
- What is the most common cause of UTIs?
- What percentage of people know what a UTI is?
- What is the recommended first action when suspecting a UTI?
(Answers: 1. Bacteria 2. 70.1% 3. Visit a healthcare provider)
FAQs
Q: What are common UTI symptoms?
A: Painful urination, urgency, red urine, and abdominal pain
Q: How can UTIs be prevented?
A: Proper hygiene, adequate water intake, and not delaying urination
Related
- National Bladder Health Month (November)
- National Senior UTI Awareness Day (October 24)
- World Health Day
- National Women’s Health Week