What is World Health Day?
World Health Day is an international theme day celebrated annually on April 7, the purpose of which is to draw attention to global health problems and promote healthcare around the world. The day is coordinated by the World Health Organization (WHO) and has been part of the international calendar since 1950.
Background and history of World Health Day
The roots of World Health Day go back to 1948, when the WHO was founded. The organization’s charter entered into force on April 7, and this day was later celebrated as World Health Day. The purpose of the day is to highlight WHO’s work and highlight important health-related issues that affect people all over the world.
Themes and campaigns
Every year, World Health Day has a different theme that focuses on a current health problem. The themes can vary widely, and they can deal with, for example, infectious diseases, mental health, access to healthcare or environmental health. The themes aim to increase awareness and encourage measures to solve the health problem in question.
- 2021: Let’s build a fairer and healthier world
- 2020: Support for care workers and midwives
- 2019: Universal healthcare: for everyone and everywhere
The meaning of World Health Day
World Health Day is important because it provides an opportunity to highlight health-related issues that might otherwise be ignored. During the day, various events, campaigns and seminars are organized to help spread information and promote the improvement of healthcare. In addition, it offers an opportunity for governments, organizations and private individuals to cooperate to promote health.
How can you participate?
There are many ways to participate in World Health Day. Here are some ideas:
- Participate in local events and seminars.
- Share information on social media using the official hashtags of the day.
- Donate to health organizations or participate in volunteer work.
- Spread awareness of the day’s theme to friends and family.
You can find more information about World Health Day and its themes on the official website of the World Health Organization this link.
