Is there any intersectoral coordination between health and education department at primary health center level?
One of the principles of primary health care is intersectoral co-ordination. A cross sectional study done at the primary health center revealed existence of unsatisfactory co-ordination between health and education department. PIP: According to the 1991 census, more than half of India’s population is illiterate. In this context, education can have an enormous effect upon health. Efforts need to be taken to incorporate the principles and practice of good health among school-goers at all levels. 106 teachers of mean age 40 years from 52 schools and 21 health staff of mean age 30 years from K. Gollahally, Primary Health Center area, Bangalore urban district, were interviewed to assess their health-related knowledge, attitudes, and practice. Although 70 (66%) teachers had heard of the Health for All by the Year 2000 slogan, only 32 could satisfactorily explain what the slogan means. 46% of teachers and 50% of health staff were aware of intersectoral coordination (ISC). All teachers and 90%
