Aging

Every person – in every country in the world – should have the opportunity to live a long and healthy life. Yet, the environments in which we live can favor health or be harmful to it. Environments are highly influential on our behavior and our exposure to health risks (for example, air pollution or violence), our access to services (for example, health and social care) and the opportunities that aging brings.

The number and proportion of people aged 60 years and older in the population is increasing. In 2019, the number of people aged 60 years and older was 1

Global Handwashing Day: Clean hands, healthy lives!

In today’s world where hygiene is at the forefront of public health, there’s one day that stands out to remind us of the simplest and most effective way to prevent the spread of disease: Global Handwashing Day. This annual celebration, held on October 15th, is a global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap. Let’s learn about the significance of this day, the dos and don’ts of proper handwashing, and why clean hands are essential for our well-being.
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The significance of Global Handwashing Day
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