World Health Day is a global health awareness day that has been celebrated every year on the 7th of April since 1950. Each year, the World Health Organization (WHO) focuses on one specific health topic, raising awareness and promoting action. 

This year to celebrate, we are highlighting a group of students who used their time, talent, and treasure to raise awareness and provide solutions to the devastating issue of jigger infestations in areas of Africa that do not have access to safe sanitation. Use this Heart Beat to challenge your students to think about how they can make a difference globally.