World Health Day 2022 highlights the continued importance of health for all people and our planet

April 7, 2022

April 7 marks World Health Day 2022 and as an organization dedicated to creating a healthier future for children and women throughout our global community by leading patient care, education, and research, we could not be more excited to honor this day! Established to commemorate the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) by the United Nations in 1948, World Health Day is an annually observed celebration that highlights the continued importance of global health for all people and our planet while creating awareness around select health-related topics.

This year’s theme, “Our planet, our health,” asks us to reflect on the following questions:
Are we able to reimagine a world where clean air, water and food are available to all?
Where economies are focused on health and well-being?
Where cities are livable and people have control over their health and the health of the planet?

Well-being for heathier and sustainable societies

The World Health Organization states, “In the midst of a pandemic, a polluted planet, increasing diseases like cancer, asthma, and heart disease, on World Health Day 2022, we will focus global attention on urgent actions needed to keep humans and the planet healthy and foster a movement to create societies focused on well-being.”

Societies focused on well-being have “human well-being, equity, and ecological sustainability as their goals.” Breaking the repeat cycle of inequality and forming a society grounded by well-being begins with small steps such as legislative action, legal and fiscal strategies, and social protections that over time, create long-lasting change. Climate, health, and society are all intrinsically linked, and with the increased focus on the global health and well-being of our planet and people, this year’s WHO campaign asks both the public and governments across the world to share stories of initiatives they are undertaking to protect our planet and prioritize health and well-being across societies.

How you can take action

Use the hashtag #HealthierTomorrow to share what you are doing to promote health and well-being within your home, community, city, and state, as well as opportunities for improvement.

For more information and additional resources on how to get involved this World Health Day, we encourage you to explore the World Health Organization’s website and social media channels:

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