Youth respond to 'Media Day for Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases'

Youth respond to the Non-Communicable Disease Prevention Communication Day

This is a key activity in phase 2 of the Youth Health Programme (YHP), part of the company’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness among Vietnamese youth about non-communicable disease prevention and promote healthy behaviours in schools and communities.

The event was organized by AstraZeneca Vietnam, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) and Plan International Vietnam.

Students have participated in many activities.

At the event, students participated in a variety of interactive activities to educate them on the importance of preventive measures, including physical activity and a balanced diet. Also within the framework of this initiative, through Plan International Vietnam, AstraZeneca sponsored the construction of a basketball court to encourage students to practice sports, which is an important factor in preventing non-communicable diseases .

Previously, the first phase of the Youth Health Programme, which was implemented from January 2019 to June 2022 in Hanoi, aimed to improve the physical and mental health of adolescents by raising awareness of behaviours that can lead to non-communicable diseases .

The program focuses on disadvantaged areas, aiming to empower young people to make healthy decisions about their health.

The results of the first phase include:

• Direct communication about non-communicable diseases to 49,365 adolescents in high schools, universities and industrial zones

• Help more than 3 million people indirectly access knowledge about non-communicable disease prevention.

• Trained over 538 advocates to lead health advocacy efforts in the community.

• Organize many training courses for communicators, teachers and health workers to improve their ability to respond to risks from non-communicable diseases .

Phase 2 of the Adolescent Health Programme (2023-2025) aims to build on the successes of the first phase by expanding the reach and enhancing the positive impacts of the programme. The objectives include:

• Reach more adolescents, especially in disadvantaged areas, to provide knowledge on non-communicable disease prevention and empower them to make informed healthy decisions.

• Work with the Ministry of Education and Training to advocate for changes in health policy to integrate adolescent health education into the curriculum.

• Strengthen youth-led communication on non-communicable disease prevention, including contributing to Vietnam's National Strategy for Non-communicable Disease Prevention and Control (2025-2035).

Mr. Atul Tandon, General Director of AstraZeneca Vietnam

Towards building a healthier future

Mr. Atul Tandon, General Director of AstraZeneca Vietnam, said: "The Youth Health Program demonstrates our deep commitment to society by supporting adolescents to form healthy behaviors throughout their lives."

“We are not only focused on developing innovative medicines, but also on building healthier futures. The Youth Health Program reflects our deep commitment to society by supporting adolescents in developing healthy behaviors throughout their lives.

The successes we have created in Vietnam, with thousands of young people directly reached and empowered, have inspired us to continue to expand this positive impact. By investing in the health of today's youth, we are investing in the sustainable development and well-being of the entire nation," said Atul Tandon.

“This next phase of the programme will reach more young people, especially in disadvantaged communities, to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to live a healthy and happy life.”

Mr. Nguyen Nho Huy, Deputy Director of Department of Physical Education - Ministry of Education and Training

Mr. Nguyen Nho Huy, Deputy Director of the Department of Physical Education - Ministry of Education and Training, said: "We see initiatives like the Youth Health Program having great impact and in line with Vietnam's national strategy, ensuring the health and happiness of Vietnamese youth.

Equipping students with the knowledge and tools to prevent these diseases from an early age is important, given the growing risks of non-communicable diseases .

Integrating this programme into school activities creates an environment that promotes physical health and empowers students to become active advocates for healthier communities. We look forward to continuing to work with AstraZeneca and Plan International to maximise the results of this programme."

With a long-standing commitment to adolescent health, AstraZeneca aims to empower the next generation with the knowledge and resources they need to live healthier lives and prevent non-communicable diseases .

The Adolescent Health Program will continue to play an important role in the effort to improve public health for adolescents in Vietnam.

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/thanh-thieu-nien-huong-ung-ngay-hoi-truyen-thong-du-phong-benh-khong-lay-nhiem-20240927194235727.htm