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Mark your calendars for December 12 because it's Universal Health Coverage Day! This day is all about promoting and advocating for equal access to quality healthcare for everyone around the world. It was first celebrated in 2012, when the United Nations General Assembly officially recognized universal health coverage as a fundamental human right. Since then, this day has served as a reminder of the importance of good health and the need for countries to work towards providing affordable and accessible healthcare for all. Get ready to join in on the movement and spread awareness about this important cause!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Health as a Human Right</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Health Organization (WHO) is established with the principle that everyone should be able to realize their right to the highest possible level of health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1978</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Alma-Ata Declaration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The International Conference on Primary Health Care, held in Alma-Ata, Kazakhstan, emphasizes the need for universal access to primary healthcare.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Healthcare Funding Reforms</div><div class='timeline-text'>World Health Assembly resolution calls upon all nations to transition towards universal health coverage, which includes addressing the problem of out-of-pocket payments in healthcare financing.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition by United Nations</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly officially recognizes universal health coverage as a fundamental human right, leading to the creation of Universal Health Coverage Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inclusion in Global Goals</div><div class='timeline-text'>The global commitment to universal health coverage is reinforced with its inclusion in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, aiming to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>COVID-19 and Healthcare Access</div><div class='timeline-text'>The COVID-19 pandemic underscores the importance of universal health coverage, highlighting the need for resilient health systems and access to healthcare services for all.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to learn about universal health coverage and its importance. Share your knowledge with others through social media or by organizing a community event.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local health clinic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a difference in your community by volunteering at a local health clinic and helping to provide access to healthcare for those in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a fundraiser for healthcare organizations</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends and family to host a fundraiser for organizations that work towards providing universal health coverage. This is a great way to raise awareness and make a positive impact.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write to your local government officials</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your voice to advocate for universal health coverage. Write to your local government officials and urge them to prioritize healthcare for all.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Celebrate with a healthy potluck</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends and family to celebrate Universal Health Coverage Day with a healthy potluck. Encourage everyone to bring a nutritious dish and have fun while promoting good health.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes access to healthcare for all</h3> <p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Universal Health Coverage Day is an important reminder that quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their income or social status. This day raises awareness and advocates for policies that aim to achieve universal health coverage around the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It reduces poverty and inequality</h3> <p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By providing universal health coverage, low-income families and individuals are able to access essential healthcare services without facing financial burdens. This contributes to reducing poverty and inequality in society, ensuring better health outcomes for all.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It improves overall well-being and productivity</h3> <p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When people have access to quality healthcare, they are able to lead healthier lives which leads to a more productive society. Universal Health Coverage Day highlights the importance of investing in health as a means for sustainable development and economic growth.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Universal Health Coverage Leads to Lower Child Mortality Rates</h3><p class='facts-content'>Stronger health systems and universal health coverage are linked to lower rates of child mortality, further emphasizing the importance of UHC for the health of our global future generations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Universal Health Coverage Day Gained Official U.N. Recognition in 2017</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite having been celebrated since 2012, it wasn't until December 12, 2017, that Universal Health Coverage Day was officially recognized by the United Nations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Under Universal Health Coverage, Services Extend Beyond Medical Treatments</h3><p class='facts-content'>Universal Health Coverage doesn't just cover medical treatments. It's also about the quality of services offered, from health promotion to prevention and palliative measures.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>About Half of the World's Population Lacks Full Coverage for Essential Health Services</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the World Bank and the World Health Organization, around 50% of the world's population does not have full coverage of essential health services.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Making Vision 2020: Personalising Universal Health Coverage</h3><p class='facts-content'>This document galvanized worldwide action around Universal Health Coverage, establishing a thematic focus for UHC Day celebrations, and demanding world leaders make healthcare equitable and affordable for everyone.</p></div></div>
Universal Health Coverage Day is celebrated on December 12 every year. In 2024, Universal Health Coverage Day will occur on a Thursday.
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