Representatives from the global and Latin American consumer health industries have endorsed a “landmark declaration” in favor of self-care as an essential component of universal health coverage (UHC).
LATAM Congress: ‘Sao Paulo Declaration’ Affirms Self-Care Essential For Universal Health Coverage
“We believe that access to quality healthcare is a fundamental human right, and by joining the global effort to achieve Universal Health Coverage, we aim to create a more equitable and healthier world for everyone,” says Global Self-Care Federation director general, Judy Stenmark, endorsing the Self-Care for Universal Health Coverage Declaration alongside LATAM policy makers and regulators at the 1st Latin American Self-Care Regional Congress in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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