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Promoting Well-Being by Showing the Path to a Healthier, More Vibrant Lifestyle

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Pillar 1
Knowledge & Health Literacy

Pillar 2
Mental WellBeing

Pillar 3
Physical Activity

Pillar 4
Healthy Eating

Pillar 5
Risk Avoidance & Mitigation

Pillar 6
Good Hygiene

Pillar 7
Rational & Responsible use of Self-Care Products & Services

Empowering Health through Self-Care since 2011

At the International Self-Care Foundation, we believe that self-care is not just an option but a fundamental pillar of overall health. Established in 2011, our nonprofit organization is committed to promoting self-care as an essential component of wellbeing.

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The Seven Pillars of Self-Care

Following the seven pillars of self-care leads to improved health, significant savings in healthcare costs, and enhanced productivity. Our mission is to educate and empower individuals to embrace these principles in their daily lives.

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ISF and SCARU have teamed up to provide a comprehensive self-care app to support your own efforts.

You can download the free App HERE

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International Self-Care Foundation

3 days ago

International Self-Care Foundation
Have you ever fainted? A common type of fainting is known as vasovagal syncope. This article will help you with #selfcare tips on how to recognize symptoms and avoid fainting and falling. ow.ly/vW1J50UtllP #sevenpillarsofselfcare ... See MoreSee Less

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4 days ago

International Self-Care Foundation
It’s flu season. Did you know that the risk of getting the influenza virus can be greatly reduced with #selfcare? WHO has some key actions you can take to cut your risk of getting the flu. Good hygiene, vaccination and more of the #sevenpillarsofselfcare will pay off. ... See MoreSee Less

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5 days ago

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The World Health Organization (WHO) says anaemia caused 50 million years of healthy life lost due to disability in 2019. This is more common for women but can be managed with #selfcare. Healthy eating and/or supplements can help. Read more here: ow.ly/RwNv50UrIUi ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

International Self-Care Foundation
Today is UniversalHealth Coverage Day! #UHC can become a reality only if healthcare systems adopt #selfcare as a cornerstone of people's health. Following the #sevenpillarsofselfcare helps ensure there are healthcare resources available for all. ... See MoreSee Less

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