This is a 45-minute high school lesson that introduces students to the fundamentals of global health and the functioning of healthcare systems worldwide. Through multimedia resources including videos, readings, and interactive discussions, students get to explore key concepts such as the impact of COVID-19 on health disparities, the evolution of global health since the 1960s, and the goals of universal health coverage. The lesson culminates in a policy brief activity where students analyze real-world scenarios and propose policy solutions, fostering critical thinking and policy analysis skills.