Overview:
Universal health coverage means that all people have access to the full range of quality health services they need, when and where they need them, without suffering financial hardship. It covers the full continuum of essential health services, ranging from health promotion to prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and palliative care.
Objectives:
- Achieving universal health coverage for all.
- Protecting against financial risks related to health care.
- Ensuring access to quality essential health care services.
- Providing essential medicines and vaccines that are safe, effective, quality and affordable.
Facts:
- Equitable health coverage gives priority to women, children, adolescents, and the most vulnerable, because they face the most significant barriers to providing essential care.
Official Date:
Globally: December 12, 2025.
Locally: Jumada Al Thani 21, 1447 AH.
References:
World Health Organization - Universal Health Coverage.
Saudi Ministry of Health Portal - Health Days 2024 - Universal Health Coverage Day.