Celebrated annually on April 7th to mark WHO's 75th anniversary. Focuses on global health challenges and collective action. 2024 theme: "My health, my right"
Right to health is universal minimum standard of health for all individuals. Concept enumerated in international agreements including Universal Declaration. WHO Constitution (1946) first formal demarcation of right to health
Patient rights are enforceable duties healthcare professionals owe to patients. Patient's bill of rights guarantees information and fair treatment. India's National Human Rights Commission drafted Charter in 2018
Health is fundamental and individual right, comparable to food and air. Healthcare is both necessity and privilege in modern society. Healthcare coverage doesn't equal healthcare, which is healthcare coverage