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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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6 days ago

International Self-Care Foundation
Welcome to #SunscreenDay. Following some simple #selfcare tips for protection from UV rays will help cut your risk of skin cancers. Risk avoidance is one of the #sevenpillarsofselfcare. Read more here: ow.ly/AUwl50VZQzT ... See MoreSee Less

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International Self-Care Foundation

2 weeks ago

International Self-Care Foundation
Mental health is linked to physical activity. This article has great #selfcare advice on how to keep our minds active and healthy. Getting up and active will pay off in reducing the risk of loss of cognitive function. Read it here: ow.ly/57Kl50VVnMk #sevenpillarsofselfcare ... See MoreSee Less

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4 weeks ago

International Self-Care Foundation
Today is #WorldHandHygieneDay! Hygiene is one of the #sevenpillarsofselfcare and is one of the most important public health measures. This simple #selfcare activity can stop the spread of infectious disease and keep us healthy. ... See MoreSee Less

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International Self-Care Foundation

1 month ago

International Self-Care Foundation
Happy #EarthDay! Taking care of our environment and taking care of our health goes hand in hand. Sustainability of our environment and our healthcare systems are dependant on what we do as individuals. #selfcare #sevenpillarsofselfcare ... See MoreSee Less

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