The aim of a school health clinic is to:
Promote Health and Well-being
1. Provide medical care: Offer basic medical services, such as first aid, health screenings, and treatment for acute illnesses.
2. Support students’ health needs: Address physical, emotional, and mental health needs.
Enhance Academic Performance
1. Reduce absenteeism: Help students stay healthy and attend school regularly.
2. Improve focus and productivity: Support students’ overall well-being, enabling them to focus on their studies.
Foster a Healthy Environment
1. Health education: Provide health education and promote healthy habits.
2. Disease prevention: Implement infection control measures and promote disease prevention.
Support Students’ Overall Development
1. Collaboration with parents and teachers: Work with parents and teachers to support students’ health and well-being.
2. Referral services: Provide referrals to specialized healthcare services when needed.
By achieving these aims, school health clinics play a vital role in supporting students’ health, well-being, and academic success.