Health of the Nation 

This initiative is more than a report; it's a roadmap guiding us toward a healthier nation. By addressing public health challenges and offering actionable insights, we aim to reshape how we think about and measure well-being. We move beyond traditional metrics like GDP to focus on the elements that truly foster human flourishing.

Our Vision

We believe that "health, as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being—and not merely the absence of disease—is a fundamental human right." Achieving this vision requires collaboration and the creation of environments where everyone can thrive.

​

Key Components

• Salutogenic Health Indicators:

  • Early Development Indicators: Tracking health outcomes during the first 1000 days of life.

  • Community Health Metrics: Identifying and monitoring salutogenic indicators that foster supportive environments.

  • Capability Progression: Observing the advancement of core capabilities essential for a thriving society.

• Indicators for the Health of the Nation:

  • Health Outcomes: Life expectancy, morbidity rates, self-reported health status.

  • Social Connectedness: Sense of belonging and connection to communities.

  • Access to Resources: Healthcare, education, housing, recreational facilities.

  • Environmental Factors: Safe housing, transportation, green spaces.

  • Resilience: Ability to adapt and recover from adversity.

  • Health Behaviors: Physical activity, healthy eating.

  • Social and Economic Conditions: Poverty, unemployment, and other socioeconomic factors.

• Data-Driven Approach:

  • Providing timely, relevant, and actionable data to inform strategies for improvement.

  • Advocating for transparency, accountability, and robust public data sources.

• Operationalizing the Salutogenic Concept:

  • Applying the salutogenic model to empower individuals and communities.

  • Supporting resilience, adaptability, and sustained well-being across all life stages.

 

The Institute's Role

​

We leverage the Health of the Nation initiative to:

• Inform Decision-Making: Guide strategies aligned with our Democracy, Opportunity, and Citizenship Moonshot.

• Enhance Understanding: Expand knowledge of salutogenesis and its application to public health.

• Foster Citizen Engagement: Empower individuals to participate in shaping a healthier society.

 

The Power of Transparent Data

Transparent and accessible data about healthcare outcomes is vital for learning and improving complex systems. By highlighting reliable information, we empower citizens to understand their healthcare systems, advocate for better outcomes, and actively contribute to a healthier future.

 

A Call to Action

The Health of the Nation Initiative is a call to action. By operationalizing the salutogenic concept of health and fostering supportive environments, we aim to build a nation where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Join us in creating a brighter, healthier future for all. Together, we can transform how we measure, understand, and achieve well-being, ensuring a society where flourishing is the expectation.