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SEP Reports 86% of Schools Junk‑Food Free as Screenings Reveal Widespread Student Health Issues

After detailing the campaign's results, Education Secretary Mario Delgado requested a 50 billion‑peso increase to expand scholarships.

Overview

  • Delgado told lawmakers that a national survey found 86% of basic and upper‑secondary schools no longer sell ultraprocessed foods or sugary drinks under the 'Vive Saludable, Vive Feliz' initiative.
  • The SEP said health checks have measured 4.6 million students across 5,457 public primary schools, with 738 brigades organized to visit 90,832 campuses.
  • Preliminary results showed 40% of students assessed have overweight or obesity, 76% have dental caries, and 30% need at least a vision exam.
  • He asked the Chamber of Deputies to approve more than 50 billion pesos in additional funding to extend scholarships so every primary school student can receive one.
  • The ministry reported over 13 million current beneficiaries across scholarship programs with a budget exceeding 133 billion pesos, including Benito Juárez, Rita Cetina and Jóvenes Escribiendo el Futuro.