WHO guideline on self-care interventions for health and well-being, 2022 revision

The “WHO Guideline on Self-Care Interventions for Health and Well-being, 2022 revision” presents an innovative and promising approach to enhancing health and well-being, offering benefits both from a health systems perspective and for individuals. Highlighting the potential to increase autonomy and choice, especially in global health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic, the guideline emphasises the importance of evidence-based normative guidance for quality self-care interventions. It addresses underserved populations and settings with limited resources, providing evidence-based recommendations on key public health self-care interventions. The guideline aims to promote safe and equitable access, uptake, and use of self-care interventions, fostering active participation in health decisions. This document serves as a valuable resource for individuals, communities, and countries seeking quality health services and effective self-care interventions grounded in primary healthcare strategies and people-centeredness.