Health of the humans, the society, and the planet
Published in International Journal of Ayurveda Research, All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi
Abstract:
The pandemic COVID-19 has changed the global perspective and placed the health of humans and society on priority. The health-care systems across the world faced challenges and got engaged in finding solutions. However, individual responsibilities to take care of health by following advisories issued by government authorities were expected to prevent spread and illness. This provokes the thoughts on pivotal role of a person at a microlevel to help and reduce the global burden of diseases and preservation of health. It leads to a healthy society at macrolevel or development of universal health-care management. At this time, it becomes essential to review the concept of health in medical sciences and design a strategic action plan for its preservation at large scale. Ayurveda provides a deep insight into personalized approach toward health termed as “Swastha.” It is needed to understand and elaborate this approach in today’s times to provide affordable, easily accessible, and convenient health care. This article describes the concept of health, clinical assessment, and its application to preserve and protect the health of humans, society, and ultimately the planet.