World Diabetes Day 2026
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
📝 About World Diabetes Day 2026
Created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the WHO in response to the alarming rise of diabetes globally, World Diabetes Day on November 14 honors the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin in 1921 alongside Charles Best — transforming diabetes from a death sentence into a manageable condition. The day became an official UN observance in 2006, recognizing that diabetes affects over 537 million adults worldwide. The iconic blue circle symbol, adopted in 2007, is illuminated on landmarks from the Eiffel Tower to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Campaigns focus on prevention, early diagnosis, and access to affordable insulin — a critical issue, as millions in low-income countries still lack reliable access to this life-saving medication.
📋 Quick Facts
- Date
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Day of the Week
- Saturday
- Days Remaining
- 195
- Category
- Awareness Days
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 195 days until World Diabetes Day 2026 on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
World Diabetes Day 2026 is on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
Created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the WHO in response to the alarming rise of diabetes globally, World Diabetes Day on November 14 honors the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin in 1921 alongside Charles Best — transforming diabetes from a death sentence into a manageable condition. The day became an official UN observance in 2006, recognizing that diabetes affects over 537 million adults worldwide. The iconic blue circle symbol, adopted in 2007, is illuminated on landmarks from the Eiffel Tower to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Campaigns focus on prevention, early diagnosis, and access to affordable insulin — a critical issue, as millions in low-income countries still lack reliable access to this life-saving medication.
World Diabetes Day 2026 falls on a Saturday.