Good news for students nationwide.

100% of children, students, and university students receive a health check-up or screening at least once a year. (Illustrative photo: Phuong Lam)

This content is part of the School Health Program for the period 2026-2035, which has just been approved by the Prime Minister .

According to the Ministry of Education and Training, after many years of implementing school health policies, school health care has achieved many positive results.

However, practical realities still present new demands regarding ensuring school health personnel, facilities, mental health care, school nutrition, school disease prevention, and the application of digital technology in student health management.

The School Health Program for the period 2026-2035 is designed to overcome the aforementioned limitations, while simultaneously creating a strong and comprehensive transformation in the protection, care, and improvement of students' health nationwide.

Accordingly, by 2030, basic education institutions will meet the requirements for school health personnel, infirmaries, essential medicines and equipment; ensure access to clean water, school hygiene, and food safety; and organize the inspection, monitoring, and management of students' health in accordance with regulations.

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80% of educational institutions have restrooms for students that meet the prescribed standards and cater to the needs of people with disabilities.

Specifically, 100% of children, students, and university students receive at least one health check-up or screening per year and have their information updated in an electronic health record connected to the national population database.

Educational institutions are encouraged to apply digital technology in monitoring nutritional status, managing school meals, communicating health education, and building a safe and friendly learning environment.

During the period 2031-2035, the program will continue to improve the conditions for ensuring human resources, facilities, and quality of healthcare services in schools, aiming to fully meet the healthcare needs of students in the context of digital transformation and international integration.

In addition, one of the key focuses of the program is to strengthen the school health system towards professionalism, efficiency, and sustainability.

Ministries, sectors, and localities will continue to review and improve mechanisms and policies related to school health; prioritize the allocation, recruitment, and capacity building of school health staff; and strengthen investment in infrastructure, equipment, and conditions to ensure health care activities in educational institutions.

Along with physical health care, the program pays special attention to mental health in schools. Educational institutions will strengthen psychological counseling activities, life skills education, and coping skills for risks affecting mental health; and promote coordination between schools, families, and health facilities in early detection, support, and intervention for students at risk of mental health problems.