International Hemophilia Day falls on the same date regardless of the year – April 17th. It refers to normal workdays and is not a day off unless it coincides with Saturday or Sunday. Hemophilia is a severe genetic disease in which the blood clotting process is disrupted. The name is translated from Greek as “tendency to bleed.” Without special treatment, people with this pathology are at high risk of disability and often do not live to adulthood. Many countries have joined the World Hemophilia Day campaigns over the history of its celebration. We first heard about it in 1989. It was then that two organizations, WHO (aka WHO) and WFH (World Federation of Hemophilia), decided to add to the calendar of international holidays. The date is not random. Frank Schneibel was born on April 17th. He is the founder of the World Federation of Hemophilia. The main goal of the events dedicated to April 17 is to tell the world about this disease, the seriousness of its consequences and the difficulties of people suffering from it. They “open their eyes” to problems, push public and medical organizations, and country leaders to provide comprehensive care to patients. Traditionally, on this day: • thematic seminars, lectures, conferences discussing current issues in the treatment of people with bleeding disorders; • advanced training courses, where medical specialists exchange best practices; • screenings of documentaries and programs about the disease, discoveries of scientists and achievements in treatment; • award ceremonies with the presentation of diplomas and certificates to doctors who have distinguished themselves in this field. The media of different countries do not stand aside. They publish scientific reports with the results of current research, expert recommendations on improving the quality of life and maintaining the health of patients with hemophilia. In Russia, World Hemophilia Day was celebrated for the first time in 1996. The organizers try to come up with something special so that the holiday does not go unnoticed. So, on April 17, 2016 in Moscow, the Ostankino Tower was illuminated in red, and media screens proudly displayed the inscription in two languages ​​“World Hemophilia Day” and “World Hemophilia Day.” The events are attended by specialized departments of medical universities, teachers and students. The date is celebrated by employees of charitable organizations and laboratories, physiologists, hematologists, researchers, as well as all people who are faced with such a diagnosis.

When people talk about veterans, they almost always mean WWII veterans. We are grateful to them for liberating the country from fascist conquerors many years ago, but there are other veterans who also deserve no less respect. These are veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and internal troops of Russia, those people who provide security for civilians. On April 17, residents of the Russian Federation have the opportunity to congratulate those who for many years risked their lives every day, because on this day the Day of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops of the Russian Federation was established. There has been a need for such a holiday for a long time, because there was no such date either in the USSR or in Russia. This continued until the then-current Minister of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Rashid Nurgaliev, signed a decree in 2011, after which April 17 was given the status of Veterans Day of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops. Since then, every year they have congratulated those who served on the “internal front” of the country. Why did they decide to congratulate the “old guard” on this particular day? In 2011, exactly 20 years have passed since the non-departmental Organization of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops of Russia was established. They decided to celebrate this holiday for her 20th birthday. At the beginning of their professional career, these people took an oath and did not deviate from it for many years. Over the years, many of them have solved more than one complex criminal case and risked their lives during arrest, without even thinking about the danger for a second. Special respect to them for this selfless work! However, even after retirement, they remain true to their word and continue the work of their whole life. Passing on your experience to young employees, promoting compliance with laws among young people - all this is only a small part of the work that veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops do. On April 17, current employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops consider it their duty to congratulate their former colleagues. If there are such people among your relatives or friends, do not forget to join these congratulations!

One of the most striking and memorable scenes of the film “Cabaret” is the performance of Liza Minnelli, who, together with her stage partner, sings: “Mark, yen, dollar or pound, That ringing metallic sound is all that makes the world go round...” Without coins and paper bills it is difficult to imagine modern life. How true is the saying “Money is everything”? Is their importance exaggerated? Everyone is invited to answer these and other questions on April 17, which is considered the date of celebration of Money Day. Stones and cowrie shells began to be used to pay for goods back in the 7th century. BC. Pacific Islanders, ancient Chinese, Indians and Africans. In Rus', their own copper money appeared at the end of the 10th century. Before this, gold and silver coins were brought from Byzantium and exchanged for furs. The first silver bar, called the ruble, was minted in Nizhny Novgorod. Its half began to be called half. Paper money appeared under Catherine II. In appearance, the banknotes, as they were called, resembled promissory notes. Over time, all countries of the world began to regulate the printing of banknotes and minting of coins, assigning them status and significance. Only the central bank of the state has the right to issue money. He also sets their denomination, the exchange rate of the national currency and other parameters of the circulation of financial resources. The materials for the production of paper money are cotton, flax and abaca - a textile banana. Some banknotes have plastic and fabric threads added to them. Coins are minted from alloys of precious metals, copper, aluminum, nickel, zinc, palladium and platinum. In honor of Money Day, lectures, trainings and seminars, exhibitions of coins and banknotes are held. They are attended by numismatists and bonistas - collectors who collect paper banknotes. At exhibitions you can find unique specimens, for example, a Soviet half-kopeck coin minted in the 1920s. The cost of such copies is many times higher than their face value. In 1991, the Bank of Russia introduced a 150-ruble coin into use. Numismatists estimate it today at 40 thousand rubles. The initiators of the unusual celebration claim that the first sale and purchase transaction was carried out on April 17, without specifying, however, in what century this happened. This fact does not detract from the importance of Money Day, which is intended to emphasize that the material side of life is not the most important thing. Banknotes should be a means to achieve a goal, and not vice versa. They cannot buy health, true friendship and love. A group of enthusiasts draws attention to this by establishing an unusual holiday - Money Day.

Herbal medicine as a method of treatment with plants has been used by people since time immemorial. The first mention of it is found in treatises written more than 7,000 years ago. The Chinese book Pen Ts'ao by Shen Nung, dating back to 2800 BC, contains 365 recipes for medicines made from plants. Today, thanks to the prescriptions of herbalists, people are cured of serious diseases that traditional medicine cannot cope with. Plant extracts and tinctures are also used to compensate for side effects from taking pharmacological drugs. Scientific research confirms the effectiveness of herbal treatment, which was practiced not only in Ancient China, but also in Egypt, India, the Arab world and Europe. Herbalists use the bark, roots, leaves, stems, buds and flowers of plants to combat pathologies of varying severity, receiving gratitude from millions of patients. The founder of the New England Academy of Herbs, American Marlene Adelmann, established a professional holiday in 2014 - Thank the Herbalist Day, which is celebrated annually on April 17. Herbal medicine was used in Ancient Greece and Rome, and has been used for centuries by the indigenous populations of Australia and Africa. Sorcerers, healers and magicians of Ancient Rus' passed on the secrets of herbal treatment from generation to generation. The most popular plants were oak, St. John's wort, nettle, wormwood, plantain, mint and rowan. From the Novgorod region, larch sponge and wild rosemary were exported abroad, which were used to treat tuberculosis and cough. Both ordinary people and representatives of the upper classes improved their health with herbs. In 1581, after the creation of the “Apothecary Decree”, the highest body of medical management, in the Grozny rest stop, and its restoration in 1620 after its closure, herbalists began to serve the royal family. In the XVI-XVII centuries. treatises “Zelnik”, “Herbal Doctor”, “Zhiznnik” appeared with recipes for medicinal products made from wild plants. Herbal medicine was practiced in monasteries for the treatment of monks and visiting patients. Under Peter I, apothecary gardens began to be planted, in which “potion herbs” were grown. Professor N.M. is considered the founder of Russian herbal medicine as a science. Maksimovich-Ambodik (1714-1812), author of the first textbook on botany, which promoted treatment with plants. Despite the gradual spread throughout the world of medicine based on the use of chemicals, folk healing did not give up its positions. Some herbal treatment recipes lost their relevance, others were modified to meet the needs of modern life. The active use of plants for the treatment of various pathologies due to the lack of pharmacological agents was observed during the First World War. A new round in the development of herbal medicine occurred in the mid-twentieth century. due to the presence of a large number of side effects from the use of medications, including drug addiction. Herbal medicine is not an echo of antiquity, a time when humanity did not have enough knowledge and capabilities to create tablets, sprays and other analogues of modern medicines. Plants are essentially precursors, the basis of many pharmaceuticals. The effectiveness of herbal medicine has been scientifically proven and substantiated. Therefore, in EU countries, regulation of the production of dietary supplements and testing of plants before using them as ingredients in medicines is carried out by analogy with traditional medicines. Everything new is well forgotten old. Herbs, tinctures and decoctions, created according to ancient recipes, are still used to this day to treat a number of diseases. Herbal medicine, as a result of man's use of the generous gifts of nature, has become one of the areas of modern medicine, which allows it to reach a new level. Therefore, professionals who use herbal preparations in their practice are congratulated on April 17 on “Thank You to the Herbalist” Day.

The ancestors of the Slavs drank fireweed tea from angustifolia fireweed, the leaves of which do not contain caffeine. Before the 1917 revolution, it was exported to many countries around the world. The Bolsheviks destroyed the Russian tea industry, consigning a healthy and unique drink to oblivion. Foreign companies came to the USSR market with products from China and India. After a while, tea from the Georgian SSR competed with them. In terms of the richness of its chemical composition and taste, it was very far from a drink made from leaves of the fireweed family. However, mate, green and black teas contain caffeine, as do the beans of the evergreen tree plant Coffea. This alkaloid invigorates, increases mental concentration and physical performance, but in large dosages it causes psycho-emotional instability and tremors of the limbs, and negatively affects the functioning of the cardiovascular system. Today, the average Russian cannot imagine life without a cup of strong and aromatic coffee, the birthplace of which is Ethiopia. From there it migrated to the Middle East, and in the 19th century. became very popular in America, Indonesia and Europe. The Italians, big fans of espresso and cappuccino, masters of blending Arabica and Robusta beans, established a holiday in honor of their favorite drink. On April 17, the Apennine Peninsula and other regions of the world celebrate Coffee Day, also known as Giorno espresso. Baristas, specialists in preparing the drink, use a single origin, Single Origin, or blend. In the first case, espresso is made from beans grown on one farm, region or country. To prepare the blend, a mixture of coffee from different growing areas is used. The beans are selected according to the degree of acidity and shades of taste - fruity, nutty, berry, etc. In restaurants with Michelin stars, Specialty coffee is served at the table. It is prepared from high-quality grains of limited volume, which were grown in unique microclimatic conditions by small manufacturing companies. Coffee came to Russia in two ways - from Europe and Asia. As the Caucasus and Crimea became part of the empire, the Kuban and Don Cossacks, who served on the border with Turkey, learned about it. Bags of black coffee and cezves were one of the trophies they brought back from the war. Cossack women with their relatives and friends drank the drink every day at exactly noon, adding spices or kaymak to it - thick and fatty cream. Most often they say that the fashion for drinking coffee was brought to Russia from Holland by Peter I. Since 1718, not a single noble ball was complete without drinking this drink. The upper strata of society accepted the king's innovations without enthusiasm. The coffee tasted bitter and quite expensive. Therefore, in order to save money, chicory was added to it. In 1724, the drink began to be served by decree of Peter I in tractors for foreigners. The first coffee shop opened in the capital of the Russian Empire in 1740. Gradually, the tradition of drinking the strange drink took root. According to Western custom, ground beans were brewed in copper and tin coffee pots. In the 1820s. began to produce two-section samovars with two separate containers for coffee and tea. The drink was flavored with honey, chocolate or sugar, and decorated with whipped cream. Poor townspeople, wanting to follow the fashion, brewed coffee from roasted barley flour, acorn powder, watermelon rinds and dandelion roots. As the plant's growing area expanded, the cost of grains decreased. Today, people with different income levels in any country in the world can afford to drink coffee. No matter how intricate the recipes for making cappuccino, latte, glace and mocha are, they all pale in comparison to classic espresso. Its strength, rich taste and aroma are inferior to other drinks made from coffee beans. Therefore, the National Institute of Italian Espresso established an unusual holiday in 2008. On his initiative, all gourmets and connoisseurs celebrate Coffee Day on April 17.

On April 17, many countries around the world celebrate Haiku Poetry Day. Although it is common knowledge that haiku (or haiku) was originally an exclusively Japanese national tradition, the international status of the holiday speaks to the broader significance of this phenomenon. How did poetic tercets deserve worldwide popularity and why was a separate holiday established in their honor? This famous poem by Matsuo Basho, a classic of haiku poetry, captures the essence of this original literary genre. Minimum words – maximum depth, clear rhythm, picture perfection. Japanese poets followed this principle when honing their skills in composing haiku rhymes. The main objects of their attention are man and nature in an inextricable unity, a harmonious interweaving of life cycles. Autumn in the village is captured in one single image - a sedate heron, leisurely stepping across the mown grass, as if frozen in the pre-dawn silence, resting, like a person, after suffering, gaining strength on the eve of winter. Behind the modest heron you can see the entire panorama of the village, busy with everyday affairs, seemingly monotonous and ordinary, but so calm, peaceful, filled with a deep philosophy of life. Three lines reflect an entire era and the soul of a peasant living in tune with nature. Despite its apparent primitiveness, haiku is subject to strict rules and meets clear canons: a certain number and sequence of syllables, rhythm, punctuation. A true master hones a poem for more than one day, enhancing the emotionality, removing all that is unnecessary, so that the reader not only has a clear picture before his eyes, but also the emotions and experiences that are in tune with the author are stirred in his soul. Of course, all this is radically different from the European poetic tradition with its poems, sonnets, and epics. When Japanese creativity became available to Europeans, and the first translations began to appear in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it created a real sensation and has been triumphantly striding across the planet ever since. Meanwhile, in Japan itself, haiku goes back centuries and is considered a folk invention, like ritual songs or tales. Over time, tercets “migrated” to the courts of the highest nobility and became a separate art along with the tea ceremony, martial practices and other Japanese national “tricks”. The most famous works in the world are the works of Matsuo Basho, who at one time founded an entire school of the genre and defined its canons, but there are many other talented authors, both in Japan and other countries of the world. It is precisely because the genre has long crossed the borders of the Land of the Rising Sun and has become incredibly popular throughout the planet that it has been awarded a separate international date. For example, the no less famous rubai of Omar Khayyam is also a world bestseller, but they are not written today in imitation of the Persian poet by writers from other countries. And haiku is composed in the USA, and in European countries, and in India, and in Africa. This genre is now present in every national literature and influences in one way or another its traditions and philosophy. As with World Poetry Day, the celebration of haiku is marked by poetry festivals, reprints of books by outstanding authors and genre collections, and literary prizes are awarded for achievements in the study or dissemination of haiku poetry in various countries. Ordinary fans of lyric poetry can celebrate this day by rereading the lines of their favorite or unfamiliar poets. Or join the general hobby and try to compose your own tercet about the current moment of existence.

Sports cars are considered one of the most spectacular and stylish representatives of four-wheeled transport. Their models are designed for both rally participation and daily driving. The best-selling car in the history of the Ford brand was presented to the public on April 17, 1964 at the World's Fair in Queens, New York. The model was named "Mustang" according to one version in honor of the breed of wild horse, according to another - the American fighter P-51 Mustang. The creation of design engineer John Najar belongs to the Pony Car - a class of sports cars that are small by American standards. A powerful engine, sleek body lines, roominess and increased comfort quickly made the Ford Mustang popular among motorists. The model, produced in three variations - coupe, convertible and fastback, caused a stir and became a cult car for many years. By the time the car was presented, more than 5,000 copies had rolled off the plant’s assembly line and were waiting for their customers in showrooms across the country. Owners could choose not only the color of their “horse,” but also engine size and power, body type and other parameters. April 17, the date the future American icon was unveiled to the public, became International Ford Mustang Day. In the first year, more than 400,000 cars were sold. The first Mustang models were made on the Ford Falcon platform, which was built with a sporty coupe body with a pointed front end and the chassis was slightly adjusted. In 1965, a convertible appeared, and in 1967, a fastback with a sloping roof that smoothly merged into the trunk. Mustangs of different generations had different body types, 1 of 13 engine modifications were installed. The car was produced for both the American and European markets. In 2005-2014 Models made in the “retrofuturism” style, modeled after the 60s and 70s, began to roll off the assembly line. The harmonious combination of modern technology and classics made the 5th generation Mustang wildly popular among car enthusiasts. The stylish sports car with an ergonomic interior is available in two body styles - coupe and convertible. The retro theme in the facelift continued in the 6th generation of the car, which is today produced at Ford Motor Company factories. The cars were driven by heroes of cult American action films and James Bond himself. The popularity of the car was so high that 3 years after the start of production, more than 500 Mustang fan clubs appeared in the United States. In April 1964, in Texas, 15 buyers claimed the only car on display in the showroom. The future owner of the Mustang, who received the car, was forced to lock himself in it from the inside. The lucky guy was afraid that while the check he had written was being checked, someone would be able to buy his car for cash. The Ford brand has become the object of attention of conspiracy theorists who claim that humanity lives in a computer simulation - a matrix that sometimes malfunctions. The theory is called the “Mandela effect” - a phenomenon associated with the collective consciousness of people who remember certain events and facts independently of each other in great detail, but official history describes these events differently. For the Mustang model, its own emblem was developed, where instead of the traditional Ford inscription, a running wild horse flaunts in a blue and white oval. However, loyal fans of the brand noticed that the classic symbol had undergone changes in the outline of the letter F, which now had a curl. At the same time, the manufacturer claims that the design of the brand logo and the font of the inscription have not changed since the approval of its last version in 1912. In honor of International Ford Mustang Day, exhibitions and festivals of retro cars are held. Today, classic models from the 60s and 70s are most in demand on the market. The Shelby GT500, which accelerates to 100 km/h in 7 seconds, is especially appreciated. The model was named in honor of the great racer Carroll Shelby, winner of the French Le Mans and other sports competitions. These and other milestones in the history of the famous car are remembered during the celebration of International Ford Mustang Day.

Ruth and Thomas Roy added one more to their list of unusual holidays in 2006 - Blah, Blah, Blah Day. According to the founders of Wellcat Holidays and Herb, this day should be devoted to casual conversations, gossip and idle chatter, which is often colloquially denoted by the ironic “blah blah blah”. Sometimes an interjection is used when they want to say that the interlocutor is lying. April 17 is a funny day of blah blah blah, intended as a celebration of meaningless chatter about everything and nothing. In English, the word blah means nonsense, nonsense and nonsense. And its threefold repetition is used to enhance the meaning of what was said. Sometimes blah-blah-blah serves as an analogue for slurred and crumpled speech. It is often used by actors, show business stars and other public figures who do not mince words. Iggy Pop used the interjection for the title of his fourth music collection. "Blah, Blah, Blah" is still considered the rocker's most successful commercial album. Thomas Roy and his wife Ruth took the meaning of the expression into account when they came up with Blah, Blah, Blah Day so that people would take time to talk about the most insignificant topics and listen to loved ones. This could be conversations about how someone you know quit smoking, whether a friend’s new hair color suits her, or the neighbor’s strange behavior. But there is another version: on April 17, instead of empty talk, you should do what you have been putting off all this time. Especially if, in response to your rantings, you heard from others in response: “Blah blah blah...” Meli Emelya is your week. It’s not for nothing that in Russian such people are called “bastards” or “balabols”. Liars who cannot be stopped and silenced are sometimes interrupted with an ironic “blah blah blah.” What's the best way to celebrate this fun holiday? Blah, Blah, Blah Day enlightens the achievement of goals that were previously never reached in the hustle and bustle of everyday life and meaningless chatter. This could be cleaning out the garage, a long-planned doctor's appointment, sorting clothes and donating items to people in need. In honor of the holiday, it's time to move from words to action: go on a diet, take out the garbage from your summer cottage, or finally start writing a book. If you don’t want to continue hearing “blah blah blah” from your loved ones and friends in response to your statements, it’s time to do something previously planned. “There are a lot of plans!” - this is what Emelya could say today, turning over from side to side on the stove. And without lifting a finger to bring them to life. Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today. Stop talking and start doing what you have planned. Move from words to action. A holiday with a cheerful name calls us all to this - Blah Blah Blah Day.

Ukraine is known all over the world for its soil - the fields and forests in this country supply food to the inhabitants of not only Ukraine, but also its close and distant neighbors. In summer, the bright sun shines, which, in addition to joy, can also bring grief - it can ignite the dry leaves of the trees. However, the country’s fire service has to protect the country’s forests from fires and from the activities of careless barbecue lovers. In addition, the fire brigade helps control fires indoors and outdoors. We all have an idea about the profession of a firefighter - he is a fearless person who is ready to go to save others, and often simply other people’s property, risking his own life. Unfortunately, this is a rather dangerous profession. There are many cases where, during large fires, people who helped fight the fire were injured and sometimes died. Firefighter Day is celebrated in Ukraine on April 17th. On this day, they remember the heroes who laid down their lives in the fight against fire, share their work experience, and organize meetings of colleagues. All relatives and friends congratulate their heroes and organize home holidays for them in a narrow family circle. Remember, the telephone number of the fire department of Ukraine is 101. Anyone can use it if they see a fire and cannot prevent the fire on their own. The responsibilities of these people also include monitoring the fire safety of various objects. Thus, thanks to timely inspections, we can be sure that our children go to school or kindergarten where all fire safety conditions are met, or we use city transport that is safe for our own lives. The work of Ukrainian fire service employees helps protect the lives of the country, so let’s meet them - they, first of all, care about our safety. Refill fire extinguishers on time, make sure that there is always a supply of water or sand in the designated places, do not block the passages that are necessary for an emergency exit from the premises - and, probably, these simple rules will help save someone’s life.

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On April 17 (the date according to the old calendar style is April 4), people celebrate the day of Joseph the Songsinger, also called Alder Shows. The name of the national holiday is given in honor of St. Joseph the Songwriter, whose memory is celebrated by Christians on this day. The story of Joseph began in Sicily in the 9th century. When he turned 15, he became a monk in the Thessalonian monastery, and a couple of years later he was ordained a priest. The monk, together with Gregory Decapolite, defended the icons from heretics, for this he was taken into custody and kept in prison for 6 years. After his liberation, Joseph organized the construction of several Orthodox churches. Until the end of his days, the saint was engaged in writing prayer chants, thanks to which he was called the Songwriter. But the people called Joseph the Songsinger, because on his day the cricket woke up from hibernation and began its song. We also listened to the singing of the crane. People revered cranes as noble birds and took care of them for fear of harming them or their nests. Residents waited with hope for cranes from warmer climes, saying that the swallow brings spring with its arrival in its native places, and the crane - a turn towards summer, that is, the onset of real warmth. There was a tradition regarding cranes on Joseph the Songsinger. If the peasants saw them in the sky, they lay down on the ground on their backs in the field and rolled 7 times from one side to the other. They believed that this way all the fatigue from the body would go into the ground, and they would not be bothered by back pain. The day was named Alder Views because residents went to inspect the alder tree. It was believed that it was least susceptible to rotting from moisture. It was used to build wells and therefore a suitable tree was chosen for cutting. Alder was also used by fishermen to catch predatory fish (pike perch, pike, perch, catfish). Due to the lightness of wood, special gear was made from it. Alder branches were good for smoking fish. And alder bark was used in folk medicine, it was dried, crushed and used to stop bleeding or relieve inflammatory processes. In addition, beekeepers determined by the alder blossoms that it was time to release the bees from the hives. If catkins appeared on an alder tree on a given day, it meant that the year was predicted to be fruitful for grain. Its flowering earlier than the birch foreshadowed a rainy summer. But fine days were expected if the dawn was seen in golden-pink light.

Orthodox holidays on April 17:

Memorial Day of St. Joseph the Songwriter

Feast of the Icon of the Mother of God "Gerontissa"