WHO - World Health Day 2022

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Every year on 7 April, we celebrate World Health Day, a date focused on raising awareness about the importance of health as a fundamental right, drawing attention to a specific health topic of concern to people worldwide.

This year, WHO focus global attention on the interconnectedness between the planet and our health. In the midst of a pandemic, a polluted planet, and increasing diseases like cancer, asthma and heart disease, WHO highlights urgent actions to keep humans and the planet healthy and foster a movement to create societies focused on well-being.   

According to WHO, more than 13 million deaths around the world each year are due to avoidable environmental causes. This includes the climate crisis which is the single biggest health threat facing humanity.

"The climate crisis is also a health crisis. Breaking these cycles of destruction for the planet and human health requires legislative action, corporate reform and individuals to be supported and incentivized to make healthy choices."

Through this year’s campaign: “Our planet, our health campaign”, WHO urge governments and the public to share stories of steps they are taking to protect the planet and their health and prioritize well-being societies.

Discover more about this campaign here and join with the hashtag #HealthierTomorrow

Source: www.who.int

Read the article: One minute for our Planet from our WP on Environment
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