Hug a Friend Day

When Celebrated

Always on April 26th

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About the Holiday

On Hug a Friend Day, let your friends know how important they are to you by giving them a hug. A hug can be given when saying hello, goodbye, congratulations, sympathy, support, gratitude, or affection. In hugs lasting 20 seconds or more the body releases a "bonding" hormone called oxytocin. This hormone can help lower blood pressure, lower heart rate, reduce the stress hormone cortisol, and improve your mood. So reach out and hug your friends today.

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