Health Needs | Community Health

Health needs encompass the fundamental requirements for human well-being, spanning physical, emotional, and social aspects. According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, physiological needs form the base, followed by safety, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as 'a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.' Meeting health needs is crucial for individuals, communities, and societies to thrive. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are among the key organizations addressing health needs globally. With the global health landscape evolving, understanding and addressing health needs is more critical than ever, involving [[world-health-organization|World Health Organization]], [[centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention|CDC]], and [[national-institutes-of-health|NIH]].