Healthy Child, Healthy Future Program Implemented in Samsun

Within the scope of the "Healthy Child, Healthy Future Program" sustained at the primary school level in Samsun during the 2025-2026 academic year, 10,498 students were reached across 33 events. In the activities held at Çarşamba Mithat Yılmaz Primary School, students got closely acquainted with health services through theoretical and practical training.

Carried out under the coordination of the Samsun Governorship within the framework of the protocol signed between the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of National Education, the program aims to instill healthy living habits in students and increase health literacy. A total of 10,498 students were reached in 33 events held across the province. The activities organized at Çarşamba Mithat Yılmaz Primary School lasted for two days. On the first day, theoretical training was provided on subjects such as oral and dental health, hygiene, hand cleaning, healthy nutrition, 112 emergency health services, UMKE, and family medicine, while practical studies were conducted at stands in the school yard on the second day. The students who received the training conveyed what they learned to their friends with the title of health ambassador.

Çarşamba District Health Director Specialist Dr. Seda Nur Turhan stated that hosting this year's academic year opening event made the program even more meaningful. The activities were supported by the Çarşamba District Directorate of Youth and Sports, the Youth Center, police, gendarmerie, 112 Emergency Health, and UMKE teams. The program was completed with the participation of Çarşamba District Governor Mehmet Kamil Sağlam, Provincial Health Director Specialist Dr. Mustafa Uras, protocol representatives, and educators, and its scope is targeted to be expanded in the 2026-2027 academic year.