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Learning from the strengths of health care in schools in Brazil & opportunities for contemporary global school health

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Most children and youth around the globe spend some time in school. Therefore, schools are essential for health, learning, and engaging families. School health models and programmes vary worldwide, some with strengths and weaknesses. This perspective highlights the strengths of school health in Brazil and identifies opportunities for global school health in the twenty-first century. We discuss implications for global school health practice, policy, and opportunities for school health innovation. Four opportunities were identified and discussed: (1) Standardizing the Role of Community Health Workers in Schools, (2) Accelerating School-Based Evidence-Based Programming, (3) Strengthening School-Based Care Coordination to Address Adverse Social Determinants of Health & Learning, and (4) Optimizing Health Information Systems in Schools and Data Sharing.

Source: Global Public Health

DOI: 10.1080/17441692.2025.2495322

Authors: Lucine Francis, Diene Monique Carlos, Luciane Sá de Andrade

Institutions: Johns Hopkins University, Universidade de São Paulo

Language: English

Topic: School Health and Nursing Education

Subfield: Speech and Hearing

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Quality education, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,650