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World Self-Care Month 2026: Self-Care complements healthcare
As you reflect on the eight dimensions of self-care presented in this article, take a moment to ask yourself: Nutritional: If a dietitian or nutrition professional reviewed everything I ate over the past week, would they conclude that I am making food choices that nourish my health, or simply eating to satisfy my appetite or cravings?
Far from replacing healthcare professionals, self-care complements professional care by helping people make informed, everyday decisions that support better health.
The WHO defines self-care as the ability of individuals, families and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and cope with illness and disability, with or without the support of a health worker.
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