Andhra Pradesh launches digital health portal for adolescents

Why in news

Andhra Pradesh launched the APS HWP digital health portal to provide preventive health awareness and e-modules to adolescents aged 13-19.

Background

The APS HWP portal was developed under the state's School Health and Wellness Programme. It provides content on hygiene, mental health, and substance abuse prevention through videos, quizzes, and online tests.

Facts for Prelims

• SchemeAPS HWP: A digital health portal launched by Andhra Pradesh for adolescents aged 13-19
• FactThe portal provides e-modules on hygiene, mental health, and substance abuse prevention
• PostVeerapandian: Health and Family Welfare Commissioner of Andhra Pradesh

For Mains

Q. Discuss how digital health interventions can address the rising mental health and substance abuse challenges among the adolescent population in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Information asymmetry: Countering misinformation through verified state-led digital health modules
• Preventive healthcare: Shifting focus from curative to proactive health awareness in school systems

Keywords: Preventive healthcare · Digital health · School health · Mental health awareness · E-governance

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