Pain is a significant global health issue, affecting 20% of adults and 10% of adults annually being diagnosed with chronic pain. Despite its prevalence, pain has been primarily viewed as a medical issue rather than a public health concern. The authors argue that pain should be recognized as a public health priority due to its complex social and health consequences, its link to social determinants of health, and its role in health inequities. Chronic pain is often accompanied by other chronic non-communicable diseases, increasing its burden globally. Viewing pain through a public health lens allows for a better understanding of its causes and the development of appropriate policies to address it. The authors emphasize that pain is a global public health issue that requires attention from public health professionals and policymakers. They argue that the current medical model for pain treatment is insufficient and that a public health approach is necessary to address the social and economic factors contributing to pain. This approach would shift the focus from individual treatment to structural, social, and cultural factors that shape pain and its distribution. The authors also highlight the ethical imperative of equitable pain treatment and the need for policy changes to address the inequities in pain distribution. Pain research should also be directed towards understanding these social determinants rather than focusing solely on medical treatments. The authors conclude that pain should be considered a global public health priority to ensure equitable treatment and reduce the global burden of pain and its associated conditions.Pain is a significant global health issue, affecting 20% of adults and 10% of adults annually being diagnosed with chronic pain. Despite its prevalence, pain has been primarily viewed as a medical issue rather than a public health concern. The authors argue that pain should be recognized as a public health priority due to its complex social and health consequences, its link to social determinants of health, and its role in health inequities. Chronic pain is often accompanied by other chronic non-communicable diseases, increasing its burden globally. Viewing pain through a public health lens allows for a better understanding of its causes and the development of appropriate policies to address it. The authors emphasize that pain is a global public health issue that requires attention from public health professionals and policymakers. They argue that the current medical model for pain treatment is insufficient and that a public health approach is necessary to address the social and economic factors contributing to pain. This approach would shift the focus from individual treatment to structural, social, and cultural factors that shape pain and its distribution. The authors also highlight the ethical imperative of equitable pain treatment and the need for policy changes to address the inequities in pain distribution. Pain research should also be directed towards understanding these social determinants rather than focusing solely on medical treatments. The authors conclude that pain should be considered a global public health priority to ensure equitable treatment and reduce the global burden of pain and its associated conditions.