What are the guidelines regarding wearing prescription glasses by students in Vietnam? What are the regulations on the organization of student health communication and education activities?

What are the guidelines regarding wearing prescription glasses by students in Vietnam?

For students prescribed glasses by a doctor to correct vision, using glasses correctly is extremely important. This not only helps improve vision but also prevents eye problems that may become more severe in the future. Therefore, students should adhere to the following basic principles:

(1) Wear Glasses for the Prescribed Time

- Students need to wear glasses regularly, whether studying, reading, watching TV, or engaging in other activities.

- Regularly wearing glasses will help the eye's vision function return to near-normal levels. Failure to wear glasses regularly may lead to quick increases in prescription strength and a high risk of amblyopia.

(2) Wear Properly and in the Correct Position

- Ensure glasses are always positioned correctly, with frames fitting snugly and lenses aligned with the line of sight.

- Do not let glasses slip or droop down the nose, as this will reduce the effectiveness of vision correction.

(3) Keep Glasses Clean and Carefully Maintain Them

- Clean glasses with a specialized cloth or glasses cleaning solution to ensure lenses are clear and not blurred.

- Avoid dropping glasses, impacts, or placing them in high-temperature areas (such as near stoves, in cars under the sun).

(4) Attend Follow-Up Exams on Schedule

- A student's eyes may change over time, so periodic checks are necessary to ensure the prescription remains suitable.

- If the glasses become blurry, eyes hurt, or headaches occur when wearing them, immediately inform parents to arrange a follow-up exam.

(5) Proper Sitting Posture and Distance

- Ensure sufficient lighting while studying.

- Maintain a distance from the eyes to books/notebooks of approximately 30-40 cm.

- Sit with a straight back, avoid leaning too closely to the desk, or lying down to read.

- Wearing glasses correctly not only improves vision but also helps prevent worsening eye conditions. If there is any discomfort while wearing glasses, students should immediately inform parents and the doctor.

Thus, if students wear prescription glasses, they need to wear them regularly.

Note: The information is for reference purposes only!

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What are the responsibilities of schools in healthcare for students in Vietnam?

Under Article 12 of Joint Circular 13/2016/TTLT-BYT-BGDDT (amended by Clause 7 Article 147 of Decree 96/2023/ND-CP), the responsibilities of schools in healthcare are stipulated as follows:

- Organize and fully implement the school health content as prescribed in this Joint Circular.

- Direct, inspect and supervise the implementation of school health tasks.

- Ensure infrastructure, equipment, and medicines for school healthcare staff to perform their duties.

- Propose to competent authorities to ensure personnel for school health work.

- Establish the Student Health Care Committee, where the head is a representative of the management board, the deputy head is the Head of the Commune Health Station, the permanent member is the school healthcare staff, and other members include physical education teachers, the Head of the Pioneer Organization (for primary and lower secondary schools), a representative of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union, the school Red Cross Association, and the parent representative board.

- In case of planning, new construction, renovation, or repair of schools, procurement of equipment, school supplies, children's toys, medicines, and medical equipment must be implemented or advised to the competent authority to implement according to current standards and regulations.

What are the regulations on the organization of student health communication and education activities in Vietnam?

Under Article 10 of Joint Circular 13/2016/TTLT-BYT-BGDDT, the organization of student health communication and education activities is stipulated as follows:

- Compile and use health communication and education materials with content suitable for each target group and the specific conditions of each locality.

- Organize health communication and education for students and parents or guardians on measures to prevent epidemics, infectious diseases; food poisoning prevention; proper nutrition; physical activities; prevention of the harmful effects of tobacco; prevention of the harmful effects of alcohol; prevention of school diseases and disorders; oral care; prevention of eye diseases; prevention of injuries, and other health-related campaigns as initiated by the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Education and Training.

- Integrate health education, disease prevention contents into lectures.

- Organize students to practice personal hygiene behaviors, environmental hygiene, epidemic prevention, and infectious diseases; food poisoning prevention; proper nutrition; physical activities; prevention of tobacco use; prevention of the harm of alcohol; prevention of school diseases and disorders; oral care; prevention of eye diseases; prevention of injuries through appropriate forms and models.