As first-world resources emerge that continue to benefit the overall quality of life for the masses, one important factor to these advancements is the ability to have consistent access to them.
Access to affordable healthcare means more people living meaningful, productive, and disease-free lives. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), healthcare costs push about 100 million people into extreme poverty each year because of out-of-pocket spending.
The World Health Organization uses this observance as an opportunity to release the World Health Statistics Report. This report is an annual publication of health data covering a wide range of areas from newborn and child health to environmental risks. In addition, the report also provides data on the progression of universal health coverage.
Universal health coverage is the number one goal of the World Health Organization. Through achieving this, everyone would be given access to the care they need, when they need it. World Health Day is the opportune time to turn back to that aspiration. Like any great feat, the journey doesn’t come without challenges. Today we invite everyone to celebrate the health they have and believe in an even healthier tomorrow for everyone.
HOW TO OBSERVE #WorldHealthDay
- Take a moment to schedule a checkup with your primary care physician for either you or a loved one. Or better yet, both!
- Talk with your physician about any concerns you have.
- Visit with family members about health history and provide the information to your doctor.
- Learn your risk factors.
- Share your healthy tips and habits with others.
- Show the world how you celebrate health using the hashtag #WorldHealthDay to post on social media.
