CHPA Recognizes International Self-Care Day, Underscores Value of Consumer Healthcare Products

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) - The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA),the leading voice advocating to empower self-care by preserving and expanding access to trusted consumer healthcare products, today released the following statement in recognition of International Self-Care Day, which is recognized annually on July 24:

"International Self-Care Day is an opportunity to celebrate the vital and growing role self-care products play in empowering individuals to take charge of their health," said CHPA President and CEO Scott Melville. "At CHPA, we recognize these beneficial products as essential tools for effective self-care, providing accessible and reliable solutions for managing everyday health needs. By supporting responsible self-care practices and advocating for policies and regulations that increase access to consumer healthcare products, we are helping to create healthier communities and a more sustainable healthcare system."

This year, CHPA partnered with the governors of Maryland, West Virginia, Massachusetts, and Mississippi to secure official state proclamations recognizing International Self-Care Day. This initiative expands upon the foundation laid by 29 other states that have previously passed resolutions acknowledging the significance of self-care through the designation of a self-care month. These collective efforts highlight the growing recognition of self-care as a key aspect of healthcare in the United States.