School

Childhood sets the foundations for who we will become as adults and schools play a fundamental role in promoting health and well-being because they teach children healthy habits, providing them with knowledge that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. 

Since 2011, thanks to a partnership between the regional education and health systems, Puglia Region actively supports person-centred health prevention and promotion projects in schools, for the purpose of assessing the needs and monitoring the activities of schools, based on the general health conditions of the population. 
 

The spread of this health and well-being promotion culture in Puglia has led to the establishment of the “Regional Network of Health Promoting Schools”, with the aim of encouraging the exchange of initiatives and good practices. 
 

The Network members are focused on and committed to promoting healthy lifestyles, by creating an environment that can help school goers to develop the knowledge, skills, and habits they need to live healthy lives at all ages. 

Network of health-promoting schools
In Puglia, there is a Network of schools for health Promotion, which encourages the exchange of initiatives and best practices among schools. It was established by the regional Departments of Health and Education, in collaboration with the Regional School Office
Regional school and health Catalogue
Health promotion among students takes place through projects that help develop the knowledge and skills needed to live healthily at any age. Projects are organized by school level, thematic area, and geographical coverage, ensuring a wide and inclusive participation across the region

Health-Promoting Schools Map

Discover the schools nearest to you that promote health. Move from one icon to another to explore all the opportunities for your health and that of your loved ones



Immunization campaign against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

The Puglia Region is promoting an immunization campaign against RSV, which can cause severe acute respiratory illnesses in infants during their first months of life. A single dose significantly reduces the risk of infection. Infections are more common between October and March.

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