Overview

• The initial rounds of health assessments ran from March 12 through July 16 in 27,409 public primary schools.
• Screenings identified that nearly 37% of children are overweight or obese, 13.5% are underweight, over half have dental caries and 35% have vision deficiencies.
• Surveys show more than 86% of schools have enforced the ban on ultra-processed foods and sugary drinks since late March.
• Individual digital health records have been established to track student health over time and to facilitate referrals for clinic visits and free glasses.
• Officials aim to resume screenings in September to cover over 12 million students in the 2025-26 school year.