ArticleBMC oral health2022
Primary school teachers' contributions to oral health promotion in urban and rural areas of the Gulu District, Northern Uganda: a qualitative study.
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Abstract
backgroundDental caries remains the most prevalent non-communicable disease globally affecting 60-90% of children. The World Health Organisation's (WHO) health-promoting school program offers a framework for dental intervention in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This study explored teacher contributions to children's oral health in relation to the WHO health-promoting school framework in rural Uganda.
methodsSemi structured interviews were conducted with a purposive sample of 18 teachers. All interviews were transcribed verbatim and analysed thematically.
resultsMany teachers reported preparing children to practise proper oral hygiene care through skills training and demonstrations around proper teeth brushing. Teachers' roles included raising health awareness by providing information on oral health topics using different educational methods. Many teachers mentioned performing oral health examinations on children at the school, first aid, referral for dental treatments and engaging parents, students and health workers in oral health promotion.
conclusionsTeachers play an essential role in oral health promotion in countries like Uganda. Teachers are implementing key principles of the WHO's health-promoting school framework on the ground and need to be considered as a key public health resource. If improvements in oral health are to be attained in Sub-Saharan Africa and other LMICs, government interventions need to harness teachers' contributions in delivering oral health promotion.
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