Constitution of the World Health Organization
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of the fundamental rights of every human being without distinction of race, religion, political belief, economic or social condition.
Health and Well-Being - World Health Organization (WHO)
An important implication of this definition is that mental health is more than just the absence of mental disorders or disabilities. Mental health is a state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her ...
Frequently asked questions - World Health Organization (WHO)
One billion more people are enjoying better health and well-being. To achieve these targets, WHO focuses on primary health care in every country to improve access to quality essential services. This includes training the health work force, supporting policy development and working towards sustainable financing for health systems.
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Dec 23, 2024 · Advanced course on health financing for universal health coverage 2025 (virtual facilitation) 17 February – 6 April 2025 Immunization and vaccines related implementation research advisory committee (IVIR-AC) - February 2025
Health is a fundamental human right - World Health Organization …
Dec 10, 2017 · “The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of the fundamental rights of every human being without distinction of race, religion, political belief, economic or social condition”. Almost 70 years after these words were adopted in the Constitution of the World Health Organization, they are more powerful and relevant than ever.
One health
Nov 1, 2024 · One Health is an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimize the health of people, animals and ecosystems. It recognizes that the health of humans, domestic and wild animals, plants, and the wider environment (including ecosystems) are closely linked and interdependent.
One Health definitions and principles - World Health Organization …
Jul 3, 2023 · This document provides definition and key principles of One Health in several languages
Obesity and overweight - World Health Organization (WHO)
Mar 1, 2024 · Obesity is a chronic complex disease defined by excessive fat deposits that can impair health. Obesity can lead to increased risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, it can affect bone health and reproduction, it increases the risk of certain cancers. Obesity influences the quality of living, such as sleeping or moving.
Occupational health: health workers - World Health Organization …
Nov 7, 2022 · Safeguarding the health, safety and well-being of health workers is fundamental for well-functioning and resilient health systems. Health workers face a range of occupational risks associated with biological, chemical, physical, ergonomic and psychosocial hazards including violence, affecting the safety of both health workers and patients. The protection of health, …
Health promotion - World Health Organization (WHO)
May 26, 2024 · This approach is based on the rationale that health is determined by multiple factors outside the direct control of the health sector (e.g. education, income, and individual living conditions) and that decisions made in other sectors can affect the health of individuals and shape patterns of disease distribution and mortality. Health Literacy