World Health Day is celebrated annually on 7 April to mark the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948.
2026 Theme: “Together for Health. Stand with Science
This year’s campaign focuses on the power of scientific collaboration and evidence-based decision-making to protect the health of people, animals, plants, and the entire planet
History & Background
- WHO was established on April 7, 1948
- The first World Health Day was celebrated in 1950
- The day highlights priority health concerns identified by WHO
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