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Building a Healthier Future: Achieving 'Health for All' on World Health Day 2023
Every year on April 7th, the world comes together to celebrate World Health Day, an important day that marks the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) and highlights global health issues. This year, the theme for World Health Day is "Health for All," a concept that has been at the forefront of the WHO's mission since its inception. The goal of "Health for All" is to ensure that every person, regardless of their economic or social status, has access to essential healthcare services. It includes access to clean water and sanitation, primary medical care, vaccinations, and education and information about health and wellness.
The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the urgent need for equitable access to healthcare and the importance of investing in resilient health systems. Unfortunately, despite significant progress over the years, millions of people worldwide still need access to essential healthcare services. This is often due to poverty, a need for more education, information, or infrastructure and resources. According to the WHO, around half of the world's population cannot access essential healthcare services. Achieving "Health for All" will require significant investment in healthcare systems and a commitment to addressing the underlying social and economic factors contributing to poor health outcomes.
This will require collaboration between governments, healthcare providers, and communities. Many examples of countries and communities are making progress towards achieving "Health for All." For instance, in Rwanda, the government has invested heavily in healthcare infrastructure and education, significantly improving maternal and child health outcomes. In Kerala, India, a comprehensive public healthcare system has led to high access to healthcare and improved health outcomes for the population. As we celebrate World Health Day 2023, we must reflect on the progress made in global health while renewing our commitment to achieving "Health for All."
So it will require a concerted effort from all stakeholders, including governments, healthcare providers, and communities. Healthcare providers can work to improve access to healthcare services and promote health education and awareness in their communities. Governments can invest in healthcare infrastructure and resources and prioritize policies promoting health equity and healthcare access for all. Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society groups can advocate for better healthcare and raise awareness about global health issues.
Dr. Vishal Rao, Regional Director, Head & Neck Surgical Oncology and Robotic Surgery, HCG Cancer Hospital Bengaluru, said, “Health is profoundly, often adversely, affected by policies made in non-health sectors. These policies may arise from the decisions of various government ministries or from the workings of the international systems that govern trade, business relations and financial markets. Prevention requires population-wide interventions that are largely beyond the power of ministries of health to introduce and hence requires a “Health in all policies” approach. Public policies dealing with (for example) water and sanitation, education, social services, built and natural environments, agricultural and industrial production, trade, regulation, revenue collection and allocation of public resources have important ramifications for population health and health equity.”
Dr. Shyam Shrivastava, Director-Radiation Oncology, and HCG Cancer Centre Mumbai, said “According to an ICMR Study, one in every nine people in India are at risk of developing cancer. There are multiple factors such as changing lifestyle habits and climate that are responsible for the rise in cancer incidences. Cancer as a disease, if detected at an early stage, can be managed well and many cancers may be cured. On the occasion of World Health Day, we encourage people across age groups to do regular screenings as it will help in early diagnosis and appropriate treatment. This will certainly increase the chances of successful treatment and good quality of life.”
Raghavendra Rao, Chief Distribution Officer, Future Generali India Insurance Company, said “World Health Day is a global observance that highlights the importance of promoting good health and well-being for everyone. On this day, we recognize the significant role of the insurance sector in helping to achieve universal health coverage and ensuring access to quality healthcare for all. Health insurance is not just a financial product; it's a critical tool for ensuring access to healthcare for everyone. On this World Health Day, let us recognize the important role of the insurance sector in promoting universal health coverage and building a healthier, more resilient world. Health insurance is an essential tool that can provide financial protection against unforeseen medical expenses, which can otherwise be a significant burden on individuals and families. It not only helps to provide financial security but also promotes preventive care and early detection of illnesses, leading to better health outcomes. As we celebrate World Health Day, let us acknowledge the critical role of the insurance sector in building a healthier, more resilient world for all.”
TM Shyamsunder, COO of Royal Sundaram General Insurance Co Ltd, said “We all live in a fast-paced world where data and workflow at 5G speeds. While we are move ahead keeping up the pace, our health has become a major issue due to hectic schedules, irregular eating habits, minimal physical exercise, and fast food at an app away. Such an unhealthy lifestyle is inviting silent killer diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiac issues and debilitating musculoskeletal disorders. Therefore, physical fitness is the first requisite for happiness. I believe that the greatest gift we can give our family is health. On World Health Day, we should take steps towards enhancing and protecting our health by undertaking physical exercises and keeping focus on our mental wellbeing.”
Dr. Shankar V, Senior Consultant - Internal Medicine, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, said “Every year we celebrate world health day. I since early suggest in the society we careful about the vector born diseases. And also we concentrate on chronic diseases diabetes, hypertension and heart diseases. Please change the life style modifications. Because we are working under major stress. Beat the diseases by taking proper treatment and need a good life.”
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