December 12th: Universal health coverage day
Two years ago on 12 December, the UN unanimously endorsed a resolution urging governments to ensure all people have access to quality health care without financial hardship.
On 12 December 2014, a global coalition is calling for universal health coverage to be a cornerstone of the sustainable development agenda and a priority
Join with us and 500+ organizations around the world to launch the first-ever Universal Health Coverage Day on 12 December 2014. This historic coalition will mark the anniversary of a landmark UN resolution urging all countries to provide universal access to health care without financial hardship.
No one should fall into poverty because they get sick and need health care. Universal health coverage is essential for making progress against challenges like HIV, cancer and Ebola – and for creating a fairer, more resilient society.