JAMMU: Bee Enn Nursing Institute in collaboration with Bee Enn College of Nursing celebrated “World Health Day” . This year the theme of world health day is “ Healthy Beginning, Hopeful Futures” and the event brought students, faculty and guest speakers together to discuss pressing health issues and promote wellness. The Programme was started at 11:00 am with heartfelt welcome song and lighting of lamp to appreciate the beauty of the moment. Nursing Professional Mrs. Neetu Sharma (Principal BNNI) presented a knowledgeable session on health for our hopeful futures.
The ceremony was graced by Mr J.C frank Principal BECON and chief guest Dr Arun Sharma. Mrs Mini Patiyal,Department of mental health nursing gave welcome address. A yoga session, led by Dr. Sujata Sathu, showcased the benefits of mindfulness and physical activity. Dr. Arun Sharma discussed about the theme of World Health Day to strive for healthier and happier world. Miss. Drishti Pawan sharma, a sports personality from J&K, shared inspiring anecdotes on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Renowned nutritionist Dr. Vasanta Kohli & Mrs. Simple Sharma delivered a keynote address on healthy eating habit and balanced nutrition and at last with the vote of thanks to all the esteemed speakers and the entire team of BNNI & BECON, the programme came to an end.
World Health Day in 2025 is on Monday, April 7. The theme for World Health Day 2025 is "Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures". The day will focus on improving the health and survival of newborns and mothers.
Objectives
# To encourage governments and the health community to take more action to end preventable deaths of newborns and mothers
# To prioritize the long-term health and well-being of women To share information to help with healthy pregnancies, births, and postnatal health
# To advocate for universal health coverage
# To highlight the need for affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare for everyone
# To bridge gaps in health equity, access, and quality
World Health Day is celebrated every year on April 7 to mark the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. The WHO chooses a theme each year to raise awareness about a specific health topic. Helping every woman and baby survive and thrive This task is critical. Tragically, based on currently published estimates, close to 300 000 women lose their life due to pregnancy or childbirth each year, while over 2 million babies die in their first month of life and around 2 million more are stillborn. That’s roughly 1 preventable death every 7 seconds.
Based on current trends, a staggering 4 out of 5 countries are off track to meet targets for improving maternal survival by 2030. 1 in 3 will fail to meet targets for reducing newborn deaths. Listening to women and supporting families Women and families everywhere need high quality care that supports them physically and emotionally, before, during and after birth. Health systems must evolve to manage the many health issues that impact maternal and newborn health. These not only include direct obstetric complications but also mental health conditions, noncommunicable diseases and family planning. Additionally, women and families should be supported by laws and policies that safeguard their health and rights.
Campaign goals
# To raise awareness about gaps in maternal and newborn survival and the need to prioritize women’s longer-term well-being.
# To advocate for effective investments that improve the health of women and babies.
# To encourage collective action to support parents as well as health professionals who provide critical care.
# To provide useful health information relating to pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period.