active is one of the most important things people can do to improve their physical and mental health. It helps prevent a … range of non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disease and cancer, and improves mental health and cognitive … meet the WHO physical activity guidelines, and almost half never exercise or play sport. The report describes patterns and …

Overweight and obesity affects over half of all men and women in OECD countries. This has significant health and … economic consequences. As part of OECD’s work on promoting best practices in public health, this report outlines policy …

Investment in health is a strategically important and often underestimated component of economic development. This … study sets out a systematic approach to improving health in poor countries. For emerging countries, substantially improved … health outcomes are a prerequisite to breaking out of the poverty cycle. This book on poverty and health, jointly published …

Good health is a benefit in many domains, such as work, studies or social relationships. Fostering a sound knowledge on …