DHAKA, April 7, 2026 (BSS) - World Health Day 2026 is being observed today across the country under the theme "Together for Health, Stand with Science".

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Directorate General of Health Services, and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working in the health sector have organised various programmes to mark the day. 

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday issued a message on the occasion. 

World Health Day traces its origin to the adoption of the World Health Organization (WHO) constitution. 

In February 1946, the United Nations Economic and Social Council decided to convene an International Health Conference. The conference was held in June and July of the same year, and the WHO constitution came into effect on April 7, 1948. 

To mark the day, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare organised a discussion at Abu Sayeed Convention Centre in Shahbagh, Dhaka, at 10:30am. 

The National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh is observing a week-long service week from April 7 to 13. In addition to medical services, various awareness programmes are being conducted throughout the week.