Action is needed to advance young people’s health. Half of the people on our planet are aged 30 years or younger. Youth health, including mental health, sexual health, digital environments and health literacy, all need increased focus.
Accelerating progress for young people’s health includes:
1. the implementation of WHO guides to strengthen health systems and monitor progress;
2. equitable access to free comprehensive health services designed with young people; and
3. regulation to protect young people from the harmful effects of commercial goods and services.
Young people's right to health needs to be prioritised to accelerate efforts towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.