On World Health Day, National Disability Pension Partners Issues Proposals Based on 571 Cases of Field Data
Coinciding with World Health Day on April 7, 2026, National Disability Pension Partners, a labor and social security attorney firm specializing in depression, released a proposal based on 571 cases of support data to improve access to public support for mental health.
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National Disability Pension Partners (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Takeshi Miyazato), a labor and social security attorney firm specializing in disability pension application support for depression with a track record of assisting over 2,500 individuals, announces a proposal based on 571 cases of data obtained from the field of support, on the occasion of World Health Day, April 7, 2026.
The theme is "Being connected to a system is also a part of health." In the field of application support, there is a never-ending stream of affected individuals who, despite knowing of the existence of public support such as the disability pension, cannot access it due to complex procedures and a lack of coordination with medical institutions. This proposal visualizes these "systemic barriers" and calls for a review of how support should be provided.
## What is World Health Day?
World Health Day was established to commemorate April 7, the day the WHO (World Health Organization) was founded. Every year on this day, the WHO selects a theme related to international health and medical care, and various events are held worldwide in accordance with the theme of the year.
The theme for World Health Day 2026 is "Together for health. Stand with science." It appeals to the world regarding the importance of evidence- and fact-based health support. The WHO defines health as a state of "physical, mental and social well-being." It is a comprehensive concept that includes not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, but also connection with society and stability of life.
In Japan, the number of patients with mental illness currently stands at approximately 6.03 million (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare survey). Mental health issues are inseparable from social support, which includes not only treatment for symptoms but also medical care, employment, and livelihood security.
In this context, our company believes that "a state in which the individual can access necessary public support without unreasonable burden" is also a part of the social well-being mentioned by the WHO.
## Details of this Proposal
The disability pension is a public system that supports the livelihood of people with disabilities, including mental illnesses. However, the application process is complex, and the current reality is that it is difficult to complete alone without specialized knowledge. Based on our recognition of these issues, our company proposes the following three points to society.
### 1. Incorporating the perspective of "system connection" into mental health support
It is necessary to position access support for livelihood security systems, as well as hospital visits and medication, as a part of comprehensive mental health care.
### 2. Strengthening the bridge between the medical field and the social security system
It is required to create an environment where attending physicians can easily cooperate in preparing medical certificates, and to expand the collaboration system between medical institutions, labor and social security attorneys, and consultation desks.
### 3. Expanding the support system so that affected individuals do not have to handle complex applications alone
It is necessary to expand a mechanism throughout society where experts can accompany individuals from the preparation of application documents to the screening response.
Even if a system exists, it is meaningless if it cannot be reached. Resolving this situation is precisely social well-being.
The theme is "Being connected to a system is also a part of health." In the field of application support, there is a never-ending stream of affected individuals who, despite knowing of the existence of public support such as the disability pension, cannot access it due to complex procedures and a lack of coordination with medical institutions. This proposal visualizes these "systemic barriers" and calls for a review of how support should be provided.
## What is World Health Day?
World Health Day was established to commemorate April 7, the day the WHO (World Health Organization) was founded. Every year on this day, the WHO selects a theme related to international health and medical care, and various events are held worldwide in accordance with the theme of the year.
The theme for World Health Day 2026 is "Together for health. Stand with science." It appeals to the world regarding the importance of evidence- and fact-based health support. The WHO defines health as a state of "physical, mental and social well-being." It is a comprehensive concept that includes not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, but also connection with society and stability of life.
In Japan, the number of patients with mental illness currently stands at approximately 6.03 million (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare survey). Mental health issues are inseparable from social support, which includes not only treatment for symptoms but also medical care, employment, and livelihood security.
In this context, our company believes that "a state in which the individual can access necessary public support without unreasonable burden" is also a part of the social well-being mentioned by the WHO.
## Details of this Proposal
The disability pension is a public system that supports the livelihood of people with disabilities, including mental illnesses. However, the application process is complex, and the current reality is that it is difficult to complete alone without specialized knowledge. Based on our recognition of these issues, our company proposes the following three points to society.
### 1. Incorporating the perspective of "system connection" into mental health support
It is necessary to position access support for livelihood security systems, as well as hospital visits and medication, as a part of comprehensive mental health care.
### 2. Strengthening the bridge between the medical field and the social security system
It is required to create an environment where attending physicians can easily cooperate in preparing medical certificates, and to expand the collaboration system between medical institutions, labor and social security attorneys, and consultation desks.
### 3. Expanding the support system so that affected individuals do not have to handle complex applications alone
It is necessary to expand a mechanism throughout society where experts can accompany individuals from the preparation of application documents to the screening response.
Even if a system exists, it is meaningless if it cannot be reached. Resolving this situation is precisely social well-being.
FAQ
What organization issued proposals on World Health Day 2026 based on field data from disability pension applications?
National Disability Pension Partners, a labor and social security attorney firm based in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, issued proposals on World Health Day 2026 based on 571 cases of field data from disability pension applications.
How many individuals has National Disability Pension Partners assisted with disability pension applications as of April 7, 2026?
As of April 7, 2026, National Disability Pension Partners has assisted over 2,500 individuals with disability pension applications, particularly for depression-related cases.
What is the theme of the proposal released by National Disability Pension Partners on World Health Day 2026?
The theme of the proposal released by National Disability Pension Partners on April 7, 2026, is 'Being connected to a system is also a part of health,' emphasizing systemic access to support.
What specific data did National Disability Pension Partners use to support its proposal on systemic barriers in healthcare access?
National Disability Pension Partners used data from 571 real-world cases of disability pension application support to identify and visualize systemic barriers in accessing public healthcare benefits.
What is the official theme of World Health Day 2026 as designated by the World Health Organization?
The official theme of World Health Day 2026, as designated by the WHO, is 'Together for health. Stand with science,' promoting evidence-based and fact-driven health policies worldwide.