Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. The enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of the …

Mental health is an integral and essential component of health. The WHO constitution states: "Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or …

Feb 17, 2026 · The United Nations agency working to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable.

Apr 10, 2025 · “Health promotion is the process of enabling people to increase control over, and to improve their health.” Health Promotion Glossary, 1998 A brief history of Health Promotion The first …

Aug 29, 2025 · Health equity is a public health concept describing equity of access to health resources, for genetic, socio-environmental and economic determinants of health varying according to …

Mar 27, 2025 · One Health is an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimize the health of people, animals and ecosystems. It recognizes that the health of humans, …

May 6, 2025 · Social determinants of health – broadly defined as the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age, and people’s access to power, money and resources – have a …

Find here the answers to some of the commonly asked questions WHO receive, including on how to find information and opportunities to join the Organization.

Feb 20, 2026 · The ongoing environmental crisis is profoundly affecting health as climate change intensifies, biodiversity declines and pollution becomes ubiquitous. The health impacts of poor …

Dec 6, 2021 · This version of the glossary is substantially changed from the original. Some terms have been omitted, many have been modified in light of practical experiences and the evolution in …