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Conclusion and Recommendations PERAK GSHS 2012

5.0 CONCLUSION

Truancy in Perak was noted to be the highest among all states. In comparison to national levels,
alcohol consumption, overweight and obesity were observed to be higher than the national _gure.
Furthermore, consumption of fruits and vegetables were lower than the national prevalence. Even
though more than three quarters of students brushed their teeth twice daily, this prevalence was the
lowest among all states.

6.0 RECOMMENDATIONS

In cognizance of the _ndings, the following recommendations are made:

i. Further in-depth studies are recommended to be conducted by relevant agencies to identify
factors that may contribute to truancy.
ii. Empowerment of school counsellors with appropriate skills to identify root cause of truancy
and to manage the problem through a multi-disciplinary approach.
iii. Use of creative and innovative approaches such as engaging social media to promote healthy
life styles particularly on increasing physical activity and consumption of healthy balanced diet,
need to be explored.
iv. The habit of brushing teeth at least twice daily needs to be emphasized and promoted
throughout school system from primary to secondary schools

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