Breaking News: Community Health Units Address Hunger and Health in New Alborada and Itapúa Poty
Educational and Care Days Aimed at Combatting Hunger and Improving Health
Teams from various community health units have been tirelessly working to educate and care for students and teachers in the districts of New Alborada and Itapúa Poty. These efforts are part of an extensive Zero Hunger Program,
encompassing initiatives such as Zero Caries, Healthy School, Sisvan, and the National Deworming Campaign.
USF Professionals Lead Initiatives at Local Schools
The USF Professionals Puerto Samuhú and USF Alborada I visited Basic School No. 735 San José, where they conducted talks on healthy eating, the importance of iodized salt, hand hygiene, vaccination, and oral care. As part of these educational days, 90 individuals received nutritional and dental evaluations, and salt samples were collected for analysis.
tapysavy School Benefits from Oral Health and Food Habit Education
In a parallel effort, USF San Buenaventura organized an intervention at Basic School No. 7,457 Tapysavy. Students were given lessons on oral hygiene and food habits, received dental brushes, and were administered necessary vaccinations. Additionally, authority figures ensured that nutritional controls were conducted for third-cycle students. This initiative benefited a total of 60 individuals.
Ministry of Public Health Facilitates Broader Health Scheme
The Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare is playing a pivotal role in the Zero Hunger Program, focusing on student health by providing dental care, ocular and auditory screenings, and the promotion of healthy school strategies. This initiative includes a rigorous vaccination plan against Vecicela, Tetanus, and HPV, and incorporates mass deworming campaigns and the Food and Nutritional Surveillance System (SISVAN).
Long-Term Impact and Future Strategies
The success of these initiatives highlights the importance of community involvement in addressing hunger and health issues. By nurturing school programs focused on nutrition, hygiene, and preventive health measures, these efforts contribute significantly to broader social welfare. As we look to the future, continued collaboration and investment in health education are crucial for sustainable development.
