Understanding the Goal
Achieving health and well-being for all is essential to sustainable development. SDG 3 aims to reduce maternal and child mortality, end epidemics of major communicable diseases, and promote mental health and well-being.
You can read the full official targets on the UN SDG 3 Page.
Why It Matters
- Access to healthcare is a basic human right.
- Good health enables individuals to learn, work, and contribute to society.
- Global health crises require collective, coordinated action.
- Mental health is as crucial as physical health for overall well-being.