Punjab’s School Education Department has started a large-scale health profiling initiative for students in government schools across the province. Officials say the program aims to improve student wellbeing and academic performance.
School teams are actively conducting health screenings during school hours. They are recording detailed medical information to create individual health profiles for each child.
The assessments include vision checks, hearing tests, physical health evaluations, and mobility screenings. Authorities designed the process to detect health issues that may affect learning at an early stage.
Preliminary data from the department shows significant findings. Around 258,000 students have reported minor health concerns during screenings.
Officials have identified approximately 37,000 students with moderate health issues. Nearly 8,500 students are facing more serious conditions that require further medical attention.
Vision problems appear among the most common concerns. More than 32,000 students showed mild vision difficulties, while over 4,000 cases fall into moderate or severe categories.
Hearing challenges have also surfaced during screenings. Authorities recorded hearing-related issues in over 21,000 students.
Education officials say the profiling system will help schools track student health more effectively. Teachers and parents will receive structured information to support timely treatment and follow-ups.
The department plans to coordinate with health authorities to ensure students with serious conditions receive proper care. Officials want to reduce health-related learning barriers in classrooms.
Schools are also promoting nutrition awareness as part of the initiative. Some institutions are providing nutrient-rich supplements to improve focus and overall student health.
Authorities believe this comprehensive profiling drive will strengthen both student wellbeing and academic outcomes across Punjab.
