VIDEO EXPLANATION
🌍 World Health Day 2025: Building a Healthier India for Tomorrow
Date: April 7, 2025
Theme: “My Health, My Right” (WHO Theme)
Prof.Midhu Kurian
Senior Writer. Healthcare Digital
Every year on April 7, we observe World Health Day, a global reminder of the importance of good health and access to healthcare for all. In 2025, the theme "My Health, My Right" emphasizes that every individual deserves access to quality healthcare, clean water, nutritious food, and a healthy environment. But what does this mean for a country as diverse and dynamic as India?
🏥 Health in India: Progress & Challenges
India has made remarkable progress in healthcare over the past decades:
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Life expectancy has increased to over 70 years.
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Polio was officially eradicated.
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The Ayushman Bharat scheme has provided free health insurance to millions.
Yet, challenges persist:
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Overburdened public hospitals.
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Unequal access in rural vs urban areas.
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Rising cases of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, hypertension, and mental health disorders.
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Alarming air and water pollution levels affecting millions.
👩⚕️ India’s Healthcare Warriors
During the COVID-19 pandemic, India’s healthcare workers — doctors, nurses, ASHA workers, and community health volunteers — emerged as true heroes. Their dedication reminds us how vital a robust and well-supported healthcare system is for national well-being.
🌿 Health is Not Just Hospitals
Health is not only about treating diseases — it’s about preventing them, too.
This includes:
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Access to clean drinking water.
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Promoting mental well-being.
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Encouraging physical activity, yoga, and balanced diets.
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Reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption.
In India, traditional wellness systems like Ayurveda, Yoga, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) also play a role in promoting holistic health.
👧 Health and the Youth
India is one of the youngest countries in the world. It’s time to empower our youth with:
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Accurate health education in schools and colleges.
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Awareness about mental health and coping strategies.
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Digital platforms for telemedicine and e-healthcare access.
🤝 What Can We Do?
On World Health Day, let's pledge to:
✅ Adopt healthier lifestyles
✅ Advocate for better health policies
✅ Support local health initiatives
✅ Help spread awareness in our communities
Governments, private institutions, and individuals — all have a role to play. A healthy India means a stronger, more resilient India.
🌟 Let’s Make Health Everyone’s Right, Not a Privilege
On this World Health Day, let's come together to ensure that every Indian, regardless of income, gender, or location, has the right to good health.
Your health is your right. Let’s protect it — for ourselves and for future generations.
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