Some people think that everyone should look after their health as a duty to the society they live in, rather than their own personal benefit. Do you agree or disagree?
Yes. Why health should be social duty than personal advantage?
The health of one influences everyone around: pandemic is a live example, and jeopardize safety of the society
If they fall sick, they will consume invaluable public resources and cost society dearly
They will not be able to contribute to society
No. Why?
If health of a person is robust, they can lead an independent life without sufferings and misery
They can also pursue their dreams and ambitions, and earn success
Should wellbeing be considered a social obligation instead of personal good, is a perception that evokes mixed responses. However, I subscribe to the notion of sustaining wellness since a healthy and a safe environment is contingent on a sound health of citizens.
Circumventing disease and ailments can go a long way in helping society maintain and perpetuate economic productivity. Undeniably, the populace boasting of robust health can engage in every imaginable sector and industry of the economy by making contributions with their talent, skills and efforts, whereas an ailing community populated by sick individuals, drains resources and invaluable money raised from taxpayers and other venues, leaving little for development. Thus, it is an inescapable onus on everyone to keep themselves hale and hearty for the sake of their co-inhabitants.
Similarly, safeguarding oneself from infections and epidemics can help prevent the demography of a country from catastrophes and save innumerable lives, and in turn, avert (avoid) national tragedy of monumental dimensions. To corroborate, it was the collective ownership of shielding oneself from the virus of Corona by embracing precautions personally, aided in defeating seemingly unconquerable and contagious infection, which could have otherwise wreaked havoc.
Moreover, even though some do feel that the wellness is a personal matter; it is equated with autonomy and the ability to enjoy the exploits of hard work and experience satisfaction, the energy and vibes radiated by those in good health emanate positivity and enthusiasm that stimulate others to follow the suit and endeavor to keep themselves fit, thereby augmenting the national health and happiness index.
In hindsight, it is indisputable that a community and nation, wherein every citizen is committed to the idea of maintaining their physical and mental wellbeing for societal welfare, registers an enduring progress and gains prosperity fast.
