The variety of all living things, their genetic variability, and the living systems of which they are a part.

Healthy ecosystems provide the essential resources upon which human health and well-being depends.

Understanding the definition of health and the major drivers of health outcomes

The importance of linking health, biodiversity and ecosystem services in science, policy and practice

The CBD is the primary international policy mechanism for nature conservation.

A practical approach to understanding and addressing the connections between the health of people, plants, animals and ecosystems.

Recognising the importance of biodiversity conservation to health is a critical starting point for pandemic prevention and preparedness.

Biodiversity and ecosystem services play essential roles in promoting good health and healthy lifestyles, reducing risks of chronic diseases

Healthy ecosystems are important settings for outdoor recreation, supporting physical activity and healthy lifestyles

Biodiversity is key to building and maintaining resilience to natural and human-caused hazards, and to supporting relief and recovery efforts after emergencies

Biodiversity is essential to healthy food systems, healthy diets, and nutrition. 

The relationships between biodiversity and culture can have profound impacts on our well-being, influencing how we communicate and share knowledge, informing our value systems, and shaping social interactions  

Protected areas are the cornerstone of conservation policy, and can also sustain critical ecosystems important for our health and well-being - as long as they are established and managed with human rights as a priority.

Reducing the impact of the health sector on biodiversity whilst strengthening the capacity and efficiency of health systems 

Biodiversity can have an important influence on our sense of place and identity, and healthy ecosystems provide settings for social interaction, recreation and restorative experiences 

The condition of the human microbiome, which is influenced by our interactions with wild biodiversity, can have many impacts on our physical and mental well-being

Biodiversity is an essential resource for many aspects of traditional and local knowledge systems, including traditional medicinal knowledge based on wild plants, animals and fungi 

Biodiversity is a cornerstone of the development of new pharmaceuticals and personal care products, and supports innovation in medicine and medical research

The health implications of biodiversity loss and climate change are closely interlinked and should be addressed in an integrated fashion

More than 70% of the Earth’s surface is covered by oceans, yet it is easy to overlook just how vital the oceans are to the health of everyone on the planet.