World Health Day: Global medical partnership empowers healthcare for all

Celebrated each year on April 7, World Health Day serves as a global reminder that health is a shared responsibility and a shared future. In 2026, the World Health Organization brings countries, communities and scientists together under the theme "Together for Health. Stand with Science." The campaign highlights the power of scientific collaboration to protect the health of people, animals, plants and the planet.

In an interview with CGTN's Health Talk, Dr. Craig Coopersmith from Emory University School of Medicine in the United States, and former president of the Society of Critical Care Medicine, acknowledged China's progress in critical care medicine and called for deeper global cooperation to ensure more efficient and sufficient care for patients in urgent need.

Looking ahead, the message of World Health Day 2026 is both urgent and hopeful. Strengthening cross-border partnerships, investing in more equitable healthcare systems and fostering trust in science are no longer optional; they are essential to navigating future health challenges. Whether confronting new diseases, managing chronic diseases or responding to emergencies, the path forward depends on a collective commitment.

Executive Producer: Zhang Jingwen

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