World He alth Day is always celebrated on the same day. In 2024, it will also be celebrated in the spring - April 7th. The main meaning of this date is to draw people's attention to how important it is to take care of yourself, and once again to remind you that it is much easier to prevent a disease than to fight an ailment.
Historic moments
The initiative for the international appearance of this important day belongs to the World He alth Organization (WHO). It develops scientific programs and research, creates standards in the field of human he alth and monitors their implementation.
Also, employees of the organization assess the situation that is developing in he althcare, and if something goes wrong, they take measures to improve it. This is very important, given that the environment is deteriorating, the economy is not stable, and quality medicine is not available in all countries.
The first He alth Day was held on July 22 in 1948. However, two years later, the holiday began to be celebrated on April 7th. The significant date has been moved to the day the WHO Constitution comes into force. In 2024, it remains unchanged.
On the first Sunday of April and the day before, there will also be various events aimed at protecting the mental and physical condition.
Theme and motto
It doesn't matter what date He alth Day falls on. The main thing is that thanks to him, every year, close attention is paid to the most pressing issues inherent not only in a particular region or state, but throughout the world.
Members of the organizing committee choose the motto of the holiday in advance. Over the years, the main theme has become:
- fight against diabetes;
- the impact of urbanization on human well-being;
- high blood pressure problems;
- maternal safety;
- fight against mental illness, and especially depression;
- connection of human well-being with aging processes;
- food safety level;
- importance of global polio eradication.
In 2022, the theme was "Our Planet, Our He alth" , and in 2023 it was called "He alth for All" .
Traditions
The start of the celebrations is traditionally given by the UN Secretary General. In his message, he focuses on problems that require immediate solutions.There are also calls to the governments of leading states about the need to combine efforts in the two most important areas.
We need to reduce the risks to people's lives and act in concert in the face of natural and man-made disasters.
Holiday programs vary by country and region. In the Russian Federation, traditionally, much attention is paid to educational events:
- public lectures;
- seminars with the participation of those employed in the medical field;
- scientific and practical conferences;
- charity events;
- lessons in educational institutions.
Kindergarten pupils, students of schools and colleges, university students also take an active part. Depending on age, they are:
- submit themed drawings for competitions and exhibitions;
- have concert performances;
- hold sports tournaments;
- go on ecological excursions.
Kids play pharmacy and hospital. Using a game form, educators convey to them the information that they need to take care of themselves and their mood, not to be afraid of preventive visits to medical specialists.
Active preparatory work starts from February-March. Volunteers distribute leaflets promoting a he althy lifestyle, calling for prevention, focusing on pressing problems and urging people to focus on solving them. They talk in detail about the existence of methods that help maintain and improve their condition. Those who wish can undergo an express examination through mobile centers.
Television and radio devote the best part of their airtime to programs during which experts explain how important vaccinations are and what their role is in developing strong immunity. Information about the latest scientific achievements in the fight against deadly diseases sounds.
Representatives of star show business do not stand aside either. In their videos, they call for a more responsible attitude to their safety, to be more aware, and not to ignore the possibility of undergoing routine medical examinations.
As part of the all-Russian action "Time to be he althy!" flash mobs are held, in which doctors, athletes, famous artists participate. People get acquainted with hardening procedures, participate in mass physical education classes and sports mini-competitions.
World He alth Day can be considered a unique opportunity to inform people about the need to monitor their well-being and take timely measures to improve it. The history of the holiday is not very long yet, but since 1950 it has been celebrated every year, and each time its popularity only grows.
