World Environmental Health Day 2024: Know History, Theme And Importance Of This Day

World Environment Health Day 2024: The day is marked on September 26 every year.

World Environmental Health Day 2024 is observed annually on September 26. The day highlights the significance of fostering a safe and healthy environment, tackling key issues such as clean air, water, sanitation, pollution control, and waste management. It serves as a reminder that the health of our planet is closely tied to our well-being, and neglecting environmental protection endangers both nature and ourselves.

The International Federation of Environmental Health (IFEH) established World Environmental Health Day in 2011 to emphasize the importance of environmental care for human health. 

Our environment's state profoundly affects both physical and mental health. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), creating healthier environments could prevent nearly one-quarter of the global disease burden. Clean air, stable climate patterns, access to safe drinking water, sanitation, hygiene, safe chemical use, sustainable agriculture, health-supportive urban areas, and conservation of nature are key practices for maintaining a healthy environment, all contributing to public health.