At this month's #WHA77 we move from ambition to action on #selfcare as part of #UHC2030 policy.

Join Ana C Rold Mary Munive SE-COMISCA / SICA World Health Organization (WHO) UNITE Parliamentarians Network for Global Health Uni of Birmingham IAPO Wendy Olayiwola BEM, FRCM, FRSA RN, RM as part of the 1st Global Self-Care Summit: t.ly/oxNrS

SAVE THE DATE – #WHA77 marks the launch of the 1st ever Global Self-Care Summit!

In just one month you can join us to see how #selfcare paves the way for UHC policy and maintains the health of populations.

Register here ➡️ t.ly/oxNrS

#UHC2030

Good sleep is key to a healthy lifestyle.

In 2022, 37% of Americans experienced sleep issues, up a full 8 percentage points from 2018 levels.

See how self-care can help improve everyday wellbeing: t.ly/9rh6F

Societies without access to medicines or pharmacies depend on what #OTC medicines they can find in stores.

But availability in these outlets varies widely due to regulatory differences & distribution.

Learn how self-care reduces barriers to healthcare: t.ly/9rh6F

#DYK that by putting a band-aid on you’re practicing #selfcare ?

The same applies to:

😣 Relieving a headache

🦟 Treating a mosquito bite

Individual actions add up, when it comes to easing daily health challenges there is no substitute for self-care: t.ly/9rh6F

#Selfcare saves time & money for individuals + health systems.

Without self-care, each physician in Europe would have to work 2.4 more hours per day & millions in urgent need would have to wait longer for care.

See how #OTCs contribute to health systems t.ly/9rh6F

Casting a wider net when look for solutions to resilient #healthsystems is critical.

As more health professionals call for a person-centred approach Judy Stenmark shares how empowering people with #selfcareliteracy is key to #UHC :
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Here's your allergy season reminder that using #OTC medicines to treat common upper respiratory infections could save $4.75 billion a year.

Pharmacists are well placed to advise patients on immediate symptom relief from #hayfever through over the counter medicines.

#DYK 53% of doctor’s visits ends with #OTC being recommended anyway?

Judy Stenmark shares how valuable self-care literacy is to resilient health & why policy should prioritize #healthliteracy : t.ly/D4y4k

Could practicing #selfcare help look after the planet too?

As we all take stock of #earthday we’re proud of progress made on our #SustainableSelfCare charter especially to reduce unnecessary plastics from #OTC packaging: t.ly/UbQtC

81% of adults use #OTCs like vitamins & supplements to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

WHO recognises micronutrient deficiencies are preventable through nutritional education & a healthy diet with supplements, where needed.

See how #selfcare contributes: t.ly/9rh6F

For ailments like allergies, flu or coughs, 75% of physicians recommend #OTC products upfront.

By asking what self-care solution your #pharmacist suggests first, you free up physicians for those who require clinical care.

Learn to support health systems: t.ly/9rh6F

Reminder that FIP Digital Event on e-labelling as a solution for more accessible and equitable health information starts now.

Follow the latest developments in #Elabels regulations here: rb.gy/mafxua

Pharmacists are a reliable & convenient source of advice, especially for medicines that are newly available over-the-counter.

Guiding people through self-treatable conditions is increasingly important in reducing the growing burden #NCDs place on health systems. @FIP

Self-care gives people more choice, but requires good #healthliteracy to confidently manage your own health.

Labels & leaflets on #OTCs are crucial in building an enabling environment and offer educational opportunities on health issues.

See more: t.ly/9rh6F

Only 1 week until FIP Digital Transformation webinar & E-labelling report launch!

#Elabels can improve health equity, accessibility & #healthliteracy but these benefits need a collaborative regulatory environment

Don’t miss the panel, register now: rb.gy/mafxua

Without #selfcare 120k additional physicians would be required in Europe alone.

Switching meds classification from prescription to #OTC enables wider #selfcare & greater #healthsystem savings.

See where we stand with our OTC ingredients directory: otc.aesgp.eu
@AESGP

Self-care interventions are tools that support #selfcare .

These range from #OTC medicines to devices, diagnostics or digital interventions that can be provided in or outside of formal health services & used with or without a health worker.

Find out more: t.ly/9rh6F

#DYK that ‘Over-the-Counter’ ( #OTC ) medicines are recommended after 53% of medical appointments?

They are also available without prescription making them the most direct access to treatment. Many have a proven safety record on the market too.

Learn more: t.ly/9rh6F

On #WorldHealthDay2024 , we at Food, Health & Consumer Products of Canada celebrate the power of self-care under the theme ‘My health, my right’. Today reminds us that access to quality health services, clean air, and safe drinking water is a fundamental right, not a privilege.…