Health is not only the absence of illness. Mental health and well-being are also part of an overall healthy life. A prerequisite is also a healthy environment that does not make people ill. This includes, for example, clean drinking water, correct disposal of hazardous waste and avoiding chemicals.

By strengthening prevention and improving access to treatment for all, we ensure that illness does not become a risk of poverty.

Good health systems depend on qualified health workers. In developing countries in particular, there should be increased investment in education and training.

Current situation:

Globally: between 2000 and 2020, the proportion of young children protected by immunisation increased from 72% to 83%. The covid crisis is partially reversing the progress. (WHO: Fact Sheet Immunization coverage)

Switzerland:The proportion of overweight people in Switzerland has been rising steadily since 1992. (MONET 2020, Overweight)