≡World Medical Ethics Day, celebrated on September 18
World Medical Ethics Day, celebrated on September 18 , was established by the World Medical Association to emphasize the importance of ethical conduct in medical practice. This date dates back to the first Assembly of the World Medical Association, held in Helsinki, Finland, on September 18, 1947. During this occasion, doctors are encouraged to reflect on ethics as a fundamental habit in the practice of medicine, respecting the principles of beneficence and non-maleficence. The physician's responsibility to the community is highlighted, especially in light of recently updated codes of ethics. The history of Medical Ethics dates back to figures such as Thomas Percival, whose Code of Medical Ethics, published in 1803, was a crucial contribution to ethical standards in Western medical practice. It serves as an opportunity to reaffirm the commitment to the ethical practice of medicine.
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