Speech by the Director of the HIFM, Dr Sasho Stefanoski, on the occasion of marking the international World Health Day, 7 April

Distinguished guests,
Ladies and gentlemen,
Esteemed representatives of the media,
It is a particular honour for me to attend this event, which aims to raise public awareness of the importance of health. Care for health throughout all stages of life is a fundamental right for all, and not a privilege of the few. Good health is the foundation of economic and social stability. It is the key to reducing poverty and to sustainable development. But, most importantly, good health cannot be seen as the benefit of only one sector; rather, health is the result of engagement in all segments of society.