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

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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World Health Organization (WHO) has some tips to identify non-specific symptoms of #anaemia. This condition can be treatable with #selfcare but knowing when you may be having iron deficiency is the first step. #sevenpillarsofselfcare. ... See MoreSee Less
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Healthy eating is one of the #sevenpillarsofselfcare and the World Health Organization (WHO) is very committed to #selfcare and healthy diets for all. You can read more here: ow.ly/UwIF50UerUL ... See MoreSee Less
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Day 7 of #selfcareweek. Pillar 7 of the #sevenpillarsofselfcare is responsible use of medicines. This pillar includes all aspects of therapeutic tools. Responsible use of antibiotics prevents antibiotic resistance. Use of #selfcare medicines saves $$ for health systems #UHC. ... See MoreSee Less
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Day 6 of #SelfCareWeek. We focus on the 6th of the #sevenpillarsofselfcare: hygiene. It’s amazing how important oral health is to our overall health. Brushing and flossing regularly keeps our teeth strong but prevents other disease. Hand sanitizing also prevents infection. ... See MoreSee Less
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Day 5 of #SelfCareWeek and the 5th pillar of the #sevenpillarsofselfcare is risk avoidance. Wearing a helmet when cycling, moderation of alcohol and quitting smoking are examples of #selfcare actions that can have enormous benefits for overall health. ... See MoreSee Less
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