Good health and well being
Over the last 15 years, the number of childhood deaths has been cut in half, proving that it is possible to win the fight against almost every disease. However, we are still spending an astonishing amount of money and resources on treating illnesses that are surprisingly easy to prevent. The new goal for worldwide Good Health promotes healthy lifestyles, preventive measures, and modern, efficient healthcare for everyone.
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TARGETS
Everyone can contribute to achieving the Global Goals. By focusing on these targets, meaningful action can be taken to create significant impacts across various areas. This approach encourages collaboration and collective efforts to address critical issues, ensuring that no one is left behind.
REDUCE MATERNAL MORTALITY
By 2030, reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100,000 live births.
END ALL PREVENTABLE DEATHS UNDER 5 YEARS OF AGE
By 2030, end preventable deaths of newborns and children under 5 years of age, with all countries aiming to reduce neonatal mortality to at least 12 per 1,000 live births and under-5 mortality to at least 25 per 1,000 live births.
FIGHT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
By 2030, end the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria, and neglected tropical diseases, and combat hepatitis, water-borne diseases, and other communicable diseases.
REDUCE MORTALITY FROM NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES AND PROMOTE MENTAL HEALTH
By 2030, reduce premature mortality from non-communicable diseases by one third through prevention and treatment, and promote mental health and well-being.
PREVENT AND TREAT SUBSTANCE ABUSE
To tackle substance abuse, including narcotics and harmful alcohol use, we need better prevention and treatment strategies.
REDUCE ROAD INJURIES AND DEATHS
By 2020, the goal is to reduce global deaths and injuries from road traffic accidents by half. This target aims to enhance road safety measures worldwide through improved infrastructure, stricter regulations, and increased public awareness campaigns.
UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE CARE, FAMILY PLANNING AND EDUCATION
By 2030, the objective is to achieve universal access to sexual and reproductive health-care services, which includes family planning, information, education, and integrating reproductive health into national strategies and programs.
ACHIEVE UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
The goal is to achieve universal health coverage by ensuring everyone has access to quality essential health-care services, financial risk protection, and affordable essential medicines and vaccines.
REDUCE ILLNESSES AND DEATH FROM HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS AND POLLUTION
By 2030, the aim is to significantly decrease deaths and illnesses caused by hazardous chemicals and pollution of air, water, and soil. This goal seeks to mitigate the health risks associated with environmental pollution by implementing stringent regulations, promoting sustainable practices, and enhancing public awareness and monitoring systems globally.
IMPLEMENT THE WHO FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON TOBACCO CONTROL
Enhance the enforcement of the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control across all countries as relevant and necessary. This initiative aims to bolster global efforts in regulating tobacco consumption, promoting public health, and reducing the prevalence of tobacco-related diseases through comprehensive tobacco control measures.
SUPPORT RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE VACCINES AND MEDICINES
Support research and development for vaccines and medicines targeting communicable and non-communicable diseases that disproportionately affect developing countries. Ensure affordable access to essential medicines and vaccines in accordance with the Doha Declaration on the TRIPS Agreement and Public Health.
INCREASE HEALTH FINANCING AND SUPPORT HEALTH WORKFORCE IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Significantly boost health financing and invest in recruiting, developing, training, and retaining healthcare professionals in developing countries, with a particular focus on least developed countries and small island developing States. This initiative aims to strengthen healthcare systems, improve access to quality health services, and address health workforce shortages in regions most in need of support.
IMPROVE EARLY WARNING SYSTEMS FOR GLOBAL HEALTH RISKS
Enhance the capacity of all countries, especially developing nations, to improve early warning systems and effectively manage both national and global health risks. This includes investing in infrastructure, training personnel, and implementing robust strategies for risk reduction and management.