Mass media communication |
Developed a TV program and produced a film about salt reduction that was featured on Phu Tho television
Broadcasted messages on loudspeakers and radio program
Published and delivered a health newsletter with a special topic on salt reduction to health institutes
Raised awareness about salt through local committees, schools, and related units
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Intervention in schools |
Communicated information about salt reduction and proper diets to teachers and students of primary schools through school activities
Provided leaflets
Trained cooks and personnel responsible for developing menus on how to reduce salt and improve the nutritional quality of meals for primary school children
Promoted healthy eating behaviors such as eating more vegetables and fruits, limiting fat intake, and reducing consumption of soft drinks and snacks by educating school children, parents, teachers, and school cooks
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Community communication programs |
Established a communication group in each village
Implemented Information, Education and Communication activities such as broadcasting messages through loudspeakers, erecting panels at public places, placing posters for community events, and distributing ELS leaflets
Integrated the issue of salt reduction into community meetings and social unions
Organized community events about prevention of hypertension and cardiovascular diseases
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High‐risk and hypertension groups |
Home visits to measure blood pressure of adults aged 40 years and older and to provide information on ELS for other members of the household
Provided advice about prevention and control of hypertension and gave instructions to visit the health station for diagnosis and treatment
Monitored blood pressure of hypertensive patients twice every 6 months
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