The Next 20 Years For Global Health

With the recent adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals at the United Nations, here's what the international community believes to be crucial goals for global health.

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By 2030, reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100,000 live births

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By 2030, end preventable deaths of newborns and children under 5 years of age.

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By 2030, end the epidemics of AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and neglected tropical diseases and combat hepatitis, water-borne diseases and other communicable diseases.

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By 2030, reduce by one third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being.

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Strengthen the prevention and treatment of substance abuse, including narcotic drug abuse and harmful use of alcohol.

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By 2030, ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health-care services, including for family planning, information and education, and the integration of reproductive health into national strategies and programmes.

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By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water and soil pollution and contamination.

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Achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection, access to quality essential health-care services and access to safe, effective, quality and affordable essential medicines and vaccines for all.