Health education with school adolescents: a strategic tool for health professionals in the fight against leprosy

Abstract

Objective: Understand the role of health education by health professionals in the understanding of leprosy by the adolescent population. Bibliographic review: Leprosy is a neglected disease, considered the oldest in the world and is associated with social vulnerability. Promoting health at school with active strategies or methodologies makes it possible to face health conditions through the strengthening of individual and social capacity, in addition to stimulating sensitivity, intelligence and understanding about various subjects. Final considerations: Health Education is a program aimed at promoting health, involving practical and theoretical aspects that facilitate, prevent or delay the presence of diseases in the community. Leveraging health issues through education and information exchange, favors health promotion by contributing to healthy habits and improving quality of life.