Everyone, everywhere deserves access to quality essential health services without suffering financial hardship. Universal Health Coverage Day is the annual rallying point for advocates to raise their voices and share the stories of the millions of people still waiting for health, call on leaders to make smarter investments in health and remind the world about the imperative of universal health coverage (UHC).

If we are to prevent future pandemics and achieve health and well-being for all by 2030, we must prioritize equity – investing more in health and allocating resources efficiently and equitably according to need.