"Non-communicable disease prevention awareness day"

 This event is part of AstraZeneca’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness about Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) prevention among Vietnamese youth and to promote healthy behaviors in schools and communities. Phase 2 of the YHP, which launched in September 2023, aims to expand its reach by engaging more youth from underserved areas, enhancing education on NCD risk factors, and empowering young advocates to take active roles in managing their own health.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the basketball court sponsored by AstraZeneca through Plan International Vietnam, as part of the initiative.

The event aimed to raise awareness about NCD prevention, promote healthy lifestyle choices, and strengthen collaboration between schools, students, and their families.

During the event, participants engaged in various interactive activities designed to educate students about the importance of preventive health measures, including physical activity and a balanced diet. As part of the initiative, through Plan International Vietnam, AstraZeneca also sponsored the construction of a basketball court, encouraging students to adopt active lifestyles as a key part of preventing NCDs.

The first phase of the Young Health Programme, implemented from January 2019 to June 2022 in Hanoi, was designed to improve the physical and mental health of youth by increasing awareness of risk behaviors that contribute to NCDs. The programme specifically targeted underserved areas and empowered young people to make healthier decisions about their well-being.