If you’re planning a summer getaway, why not choose a destination that also boosts your well-being?
Based on the Global Health Index 2024 (GHI), here are the ten healthiest countries in the world.
Perfect for travelers who value clean environments, great healthcare, and wellness-oriented cultures.
Singapore
Topping the list with an outstanding GHI score of 95.3, Singapore offers a clean, efficient, and technologically advanced healthcare system.
Japan
Japan comes in second with a GHI of 95.1.
The country is famous for its long life expectancy, thanks to a healthy diet rich in fish, rice, and vegetables, alongside a robust healthcare infrastructure.
South Korea
In third place with a score of 94.3, South Korea offers some of the best healthcare technology globally.
Add to that a diet full of fermented foods, high physical activity, and a strong public health approach.
Taiwan
Taiwan shares fourth place with Israel and boasts a GHI of 94.2. The country’s universal healthcare system is known for being affordable, efficient, and accessible.
Israel
Also with a score of 94.2, Israel is a leader in medical technology and public health innovation.
The country emphasizes early prevention, healthy eating, and physical activity.
Norway
Norway ranks sixth with a GHI score of 93.6. The clean environment, strong welfare system, and love for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing contribute to excellent health outcomes.
Iceland
With 93.5 points, Iceland offers visitors a pure environment, geothermal spas, and access to high-quality medical services.
Sweden
Sweden’s GHI of 93.4 reflects a strong commitment to public health.
With accessible healthcare, a culture that values work-life balance, and widespread participation in physical activities, Sweden is a great example of a country where health is a national priority.
Switzerland
Scoring 93.1, Switzerland is renowned for having some of the world’s best hospitals and highest health expenditures per capita.
Netherlands
The Netherlands wraps up the top ten with a GHI score of 92.8. Dutch cities are designed for biking, encouraging daily exercise.
This article is based on information from World Population Review.
This article is made and published by Ida-Marie Palm Varbæk, who may have used AI in the preparation.