World Health Day: 7 April

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World Health Day is observed every year on 7th April to draw global attention to a specific health issue that affects people around the world.

An Overview of the News

• The theme of World Health Day 2023 is "Health for All", reflecting the achievements of public health over the past seven decades in enhancing the quality of life of people.

• The theme emphasises the need for the world to take necessary measures to deal with current and future health challenges.

• World Health Day aims to promote awareness and draw global attention to a specific health issue that affects people around the world.

• The first World Health Day was celebrated on July 22, 1949, but was later moved to April 7 to encourage student participation.

• The day also marks the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO), a leading global health institution that works towards improving global health and well-being.

About WHO

Establishment - 7 April 1948

Headquarters - Geneva, Switzerland

Director General - Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus