Why are school-based health center needed?
Research is clear that healthy students learn better and have better attendance. Students can’t learn if they are not in class. The goal is to provide access to health care so that all students receive the medical and mental health care they need to stay healthy and in school. Many students do not have health insurance and subsequently do not receive adequate health care. Access to health care is a big issue even for those who do have health insurance. It’s difficult for many parents to get time off work to take their children to medical appointments.
