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April 7th: World Health Day theme: Food safety

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April 7th:

World Health Day theme: Food safety

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An enthusiastic Age Demands Action activist from Kyrgyzstan is all in for an active health lifestyle. (c) HelpAge International

On World Health Day – 7 April – older people will once again stand up for the healthcare issues they believe in, such as the need for more age-friendly health services.

Older man in Tanzania learning how to safely prepare healthy food.(c) Jamillah Mwanjisi/HelpAge International
Older man in Tanzania learning how to safely prepare healthy food.(c) Jamillah Mwanjisi/HelpAge International

World Health Day theme: Food safety

This year’s World Health Day theme is food safety. A clean environment and food preparation adapted to older people’s needs are paramount to good health.

Ill health and malnourishment can have a direct impact on all aspects of older people’s lives, including their ability to earn a living or care for relatives.

As well as campaigning for age-friendly health services, we’ve asked older people to tell us about their food habits and hygiene.

On 7 April, follow the food safety discussions on Twitter using #safefood.

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