"Healthy citizens are the greatest asset of any country."

Winston Churchill

World health day is a reminder that taking care of yourself and those around you should be a daily habit. Taking care of your health is an investment in a happy future. In 2026, the main motto of World health day is "Together to health. Together with science", which launches an annual campaign dedicated to scientific cooperation in the interests of protecting the health of humans, animals, plants and the planet. Every year, the concept of the holiday changes, which allows you to pay attention to the most pressing problems, such as the fight against diseases, environmental influence, access to medical services and many others.

World health day is celebrated annually on April 7 and is an important holiday for everyone who cares about their well-being, a healthy body and a strong spirit, as well as strives to protect the environment that affects the health of society as a whole. This date was chosen due to the fact that on this day in 1948, the Constitution of the World Health Organization was ratified. For the first time, on April 7, World Health Day was celebrated in 1950, after which it became a tradition.

The topic of health has been touching the minds of mankind for many centuries. Health is the most valuable thing we have. Without it, it is impossible to achieve success either in study, or in work, or in personal life. In the modern world, many factors negatively affect the state of people's health: environmental problems, stress, malnutrition, lack of physical activity. Therefore, it is very important to remember that taking care of our health should become an integral part of our daily existence. World health day is an annual reminder of the importance of taking care of your own health and the health of others. With each decade, human life expectancy increases due to the constant development, improvement of medicine and regular discoveries in this field, the promotion of a healthy lifestyle and attention to health from an early age.

Every year, different countries hold various events aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle and strengthening public health. One of the most striking traditions is the holding of various sports events. On this day, mass races, bike rides, tournaments in team sports and outdoor fitness classes are organized. These activities not only promote physical activity, but also bring people together, creating a spirit of unity and motivation. In addition to sports, many cities hold various promotions and master classes on healthy eating. Culinary trainings, which teach how to cook healthy and delicious dishes, are becoming popular. Leading nutritionists and chefs share the secrets of health through proper nutrition. Various lectures, seminars and exhibitions have also become traditional, where specialists in the field of medicine, psychology and fitness inform about topical health issues.

To maintain a high level of physical and mental well-being, it is important to follow simple but effective guidelines. WHO has developed a set of principles that will help everyone improve their quality of life and health.

Physical activity. Regular exercise is important to maintain the overall tone of the body (walking, running, swimming, cycling or working out in the gym).

Rational nutrition. It is necessary to eat a balanced diet, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, proteins and healthy fats in the diet, and limit the intake of sugar, salt and saturated fats.

Weight control. It is necessary to maintain a healthy weight while avoiding obesity and malnutrition. Body mass index (BMI) should be in the range of 18.5 to 25 kg/m².

Giving up bad habits. Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption cause serious damage to health.

Sleep and rest. Quality sleep is an essential part of well-being (7-9 hours of sleep per night is recommended).

Psychological well-being. Positive thinking, the ability to cope with stress, and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships contribute to maintaining mental health.

Regular medical examinations. It is necessary to undergo annual medical examinations in order to timely detect and treat possible diseases.

Compliance with hygiene rules. Washing hands, brushing teeth, keeping the home and working environment clean help prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Interesting facts about health

·                   Exercise improves health. Physical activity contributes to the production of endorphins - "hormones of happiness".

·                   Smiling is a muscle workout. It engages 17 muscles of the face, and laughter activates even more. So, rejoice and give smiles - it is not only pleasant, but also useful.

·                   Music as medicine. Listening to music can reduce stress levels and improve mood.

·                   Your posture speaks of you. Studies show that posture affects your self-esteem and confidence levels. Stick to more open postures, it fills you with energy.

·                   The importance of warming up. A sedentary lifestyle affects many things in the body, including brain function. It is important to warm up regularly, as well as not to forget about sports and walks in the fresh air

"Time and health are two precious assets that we don't recognize or value until they're exhausted." Denis Whately

Department of propaedeutics of children's diseases