Overview
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Sharda School of Nursing Science & Research (SSNSR), Sharda University is conducting an Extensive and Community School Health Program with Theme: “Promoting awareness on Health, Hygiene and Well-being among School Children”under the Department of Community Health Nursing as a part of its ongoing extension and outreach initiatives.
The program aims to improve the overall health status of school-going children through a series of activities including health screening, nutrition assessment, hygiene education, mental health awareness, first aid demonstrations, immunization updates, and referral services.
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This program promotes early diagnosis of health issues among school children and strengthens health-seeking behavior by involving teachers, parents, and community leaders. It also provides an excellent opportunity for nursing students to apply their theoretical knowledge in a real-life community setting. In addition, the program fosters a collaborative approach by involving teachers, parents, school authorities, and community leaders, thereby strengthening the overall health-seeking behavior within the community. It encourages active participation and shared responsibility in creating a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment for children. Beyond benefiting the schoolchildren, the initiative serves as an excellent experiential learning opportunity for nursing students, allowing them to apply classroom knowledge in a real-life community setting. Through direct interaction with children, health education activities, and field-based health assessments, nursing students enhance their communication skills, clinical judgment, leadership abilities, and understanding of community health practices. This hands-on engagement not only enriches their academic experience but also builds their confidence and competence.
Objectives of Event
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1. To assess the health status of school children, including anthropometric measurements, vision screening, oral health check, and general physical examination. (SDG 3: Good Health & Well-being)
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2. To promote personal hygiene, sanitation, nutrition, menstrual health, prevention of communicable diseases, and mental well-being. (SDG 4: Quality Education)
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3. To create awareness about common health problems and their prevention in school-aged children and provide appropriate referrals for further evaluation and treatment.
4. To refer children needing further medical care.
5. To foster a culture of health and well-being in maintaining a healthy school environment and monitoring children's health. (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals)
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Convener Details
Convenor
Prof. Dr. R. SreeRaja Kumar, Associate Dean SSNSR, Sharda University, 9646531203 , rs.kumar@sharda.ac.in
Co-convenor
Prof J. Mythili Prakash, Professor cum HOD Community Health Nursing Department, SSNSR, 6383863445, j.mythili1@sharda.ac.in
Co-ordinators:
1. Mr Suhel Masih, Associate Professor, SSNSR, Sharda University, 9758982464, suhel.masih@sharda.ac.in
2. Ms Tamanna Goyal, Assistant Professor, SSNSR, Sharda University ,886022959, tamanna.goyal2@sharda.ac.in
