The theme for this year's World PT Day is cardiovascular disease and stroke

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World Physiotherapy strengthens advocacy at the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva

Bringing rehabilitation to the global health stage

Uruguay and Guyana advocacy meetings strengthen support for physiotherapy regulation and workforce development

World Physiotherapy staff joined discussions on regulation and workforce development

South America region meeting in Uruguay highlights key priorities for the future of physiotherapy

Leaders convene to strengthen collaboration and shape future regional initiatives

NAC region strengthens collaboration and shared learning at 2026 general meeting

Delegates explored shared priorities for research, mentorship, and continuing professional development across the region

World Physiotherapy South America region conference in Punta del Este

Bringing the profession together to collaborate and share knowledge, expertise and innovation

World Physiotherapy pays tribute to Dr Hana Ahmed Al-Khamees

Honouring the life and work of the president of the KPTA

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World Physiotherapy congress
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Rehabilitation in conflict

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World PT Day 2026 – 8 September

This year's theme focuses on the role of physiotherapy in the prevention, management, and rehabilitation of cardiovascular disease and stroke

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