Health Education Provided to Primary School Students in Biga, Çanakkale

Theoretical and practical health education was carried out for primary school students in the Biga district of Çanakkale.

A comprehensive health education program was organized for primary school students at Cumhuriyet Primary School in Biga district of Çanakkale. Within the scope of the program implemented in cooperation with the Biga District Health Directorate and the District National Education Directorate, special stations were established in the school yard. Students were first given theoretical information on 112 Emergency Health Services, UMKE activities, oral and dental health, healthy nutrition, and physical activity, followed by practical studies.

Biga District Health Director Dr. İsmail Sezgen stated that they aim to instill healthy living habits in children from an early age and that their goal is to ensure the first contact with health professionals takes place in a fun and safe environment. The program was attended by Biga District Police Chief Emre Bolat, Biga District Director of National Education Muhammet Nazlıcan, Biga District Director of Agriculture and Forestry Fevzi Atmaca, representatives of political parties and non-governmental organizations, healthcare professionals, teachers, and students.