UN Adopts Resolution on International Day of Health Proposed by Nepal
Summary
The United Nations has adopted a resolution proposed by Nepal to observe the International Day of Health annually on April 15, emphasizing holistic well-being and preventive healthcare.
Key Points
- The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution on the International Day of Health proposed by Nepal.
- The International Day of Health will be observed annually on April 15 globally.
- The resolution defines health as comprehensive well-being including physical, mental, social, cultural, emotional, and environmental aspects.
- The resolution promotes preventive healthcare, healthy lifestyles, and inclusive health systems for sustainable societies.
- Nepal's Permanent Representative to the UN, Lok Bahadur Thapa, highlighted this as a significant diplomatic achievement for Nepal.
