Healthy and Caring Society

What is a healthy society?

A healthy society is about more than just preventing injuries and reducing the death toll from disease. A healthy society is one in which all residents have access to a quality education, safe and healthy homes, adequate employment, transportation, physical activity, nutrition, and health care. Living in a healthy society has a multitude of benefits for individuals and the society overall, ranging from improved physical and mental health (e.g., priority access to quality healthcare, healthy food options, and safe environments) to enhanced quality of life and greater opportunities for success (e.g., better educational outcomes and economic productivity).

What is a caring society?

A caring society is one that values compassion, empathy, and mutual support among its members. It is a society that strives to ensure the well-being of all its members, regardless of their age, income, or social status. A caring society is typically characterized by strong social safety nets, affordable healthcare, and high levels of civic engagement. Living in a caring society has many benefits for individuals and the society overall. These include better individual and community health, vibrant and inclusive communities with enhanced civic engagement and lower crime rates, enhanced sense of purpose and resilience, as well as reduced prejudice and discrimination.