Self-Care Day - July 24
Helping others to help themselves
because..
📢 20 million of the world's most neglected people live with the daily consequences of lymphoedema.
📈 Lymphoedema is the second biggest cause of disability globally.
👩🏽🏫 Teaching people simple selfcare can make a huge difference in Quality of Life.
LKN Foundation
Self-Care Day reminds us that health begins with knowledge and daily action. At LKN, we are committed to strengthening self-care practices for people living with lymphoedema by sharing practical education, evidence-based resources and lived experience - empowering individuals and communities to take control of their own care, every day.
Providing quality information and guidance to underserved communities.
Self-care is a cornerstone of effective lymphoedema management. Daily practices such as skin care, movement, compression and early monitoring help prevent complications, reduce swelling and support long-term health. When people are empowered with knowledge, self-care becomes a powerful tool for maintaining independence and quality of life.
LKN plays a vital role in strengthening self-care for lymphoedema by sharing practical, evidence-based knowledge and lived experience. Through education, collaboration and community engagement, we support individuals and communities to apply effective self-care strategies and improve long-term health outcomes.
LKN Foundation provides free resources in lymphoedema management to everyone who needs them. Quality information on our Enhanced Self-Care program has changed lives.
Together, we can move beyond awareness. By supporting our fundraising campaigns, you help bring practical lymphoedema self-care education to communities that need it most—creating lasting, community-led impact.