Health and well-being

Access to good health and well-being is a human right and the foundation of human prosperity. Although significant progress has been made in improving the health of billions of people since 2000, major hurdles remain — particularly in developing countries, where women and children are most vulnerable. 

UNU’s health-related research untangles the growing social, economic, and environmental complexity that threatens to outpace the ability of governments and communities to manage the well-being of their citizens. Our work assesses key elements of healthy development to ensure they are reinforced by health policy.

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Project

AI for Diagnostics and Systems for Health

A study aimed to identify, evaluate, and propose AI-based strategies contributing to the creation of a “Systems for Health” model in ASEAN countries.

21 Sep 2026

Report

Self-Care Pathways to Universal Health Coverage and Financing Equitable Development

How investing in self-care can strengthen health systems, protect household finances and support equitable development.

21 Sep 2026

Research Brief

Financing Maternal Health Self-Care: Benefits for Health Systems and Households

How supported self-care can improve maternal health, protect household finances and strengthen health-system investment.

21 Sep 2026

Research Brief

Cardiovascular Self-Care: Pathways to Equitable Health, Financial Protection and Economic Returns

How cardiovascular self-care can ease pressure on health systems while improving financial security and productivity.

21 Sep 2026

News

Threat-hunting in the River

Miguel Mateo Rodríguez trained to identify antimicrobial resistance in freshwater and bring the know-how back to Colombia

18 Sep 2026

Event

WINTER SCHOOL : Natural Capital, Nature-Based Solutions to Climate Change, and Valuation of Ecosystem Services: A Commons Perspective

This Winter School takes place in India from 7 til 12 December 2026. The last date to apply is 31 October 2026 (limited seats).

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