This eye-opening programme provides a global perspective on health and human development. We speak to experts from The Nossal Institute for Global Health, Action Aid, and Oxfam, and examine the important work they are doing in the world over. We define concepts of ‘human development’ and ‘developed’ and ‘developing’ countries, discuss mortality rates, and analyse the health status of different countries. We also describe the relationship between health, human development and sustainability, and evaluate WHO and UN strategies. We conclude by explaining the impact of health determinants on a nation’s health, and analysing equity and social justice.