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Summary of Global School-based Student Health Survey in Uruguay (Rest of Country) - 2006 Fact Sheet

The 2006 Global School-based Student Health Survey (GSHS) in Uruguay (Rest of Country) focused on assessing health behaviors and risk factors among students. This school-based survey targeted students in specific grades (Class 1 CB, 2 CB, 3 CB, and 1 BD) aged 13-15 years, using a two-stage cluster sampling method. Key findings show high prevalence rates in several areas.

Key Findings Overview

• Sample and Response: The survey involved 1,800 students overall, with a school response rate of 93% and student response rate of 75%. Data presented is for students aged 13-15.

Alcohol and Other Drug Use

• High alcohol consumption: Over half (59.1%) of students had at least one alcoholic drink in the past 30 days, with boys (62.4%) higher than girls (56.7%).
• Risk behaviors: About 30% reported drinking excessively in their lifetime, leading to issues like hangovers or fights.

Dietary Behaviours and Overweight

• Food insecurity: A small minority (1.8%) often went hungry due to lack of food at home.
• Weight issues: About 22% were overweight, with higher rates in boys (28.6%) compared to girls (17.4%); obesity affected 3.6% overall.

Hygiene

• Poor hygiene habits: Many students (up to 10%) rarely washed hands before or after using the toilet.

Mental Health

• High levels of loneliness or isolation reported by 8% of students, with no close friends in 3.4%.

Physical Activity

• Low physical activity: Fewer than 20% engaged in 60 minutes of activity daily; most spent extensive time in sedentary behaviors like watching TV.

Protective Factors

• Concerning behaviors: Nearly a quarter (27.7%) missed school without permission.
• School environment: Many students (15.3%) perceived low kindness and help from peers or adults.

Sexual Behaviours

• Prevalent among some: 27.1% had sexual intercourse, with most (87%) using condoms last time.

Tobacco Use

• Significant use: 17.6% smoked cigarettes; many (up to 7%) used other tobacco products.

Unintentional Injuries and Violence

• High rates of violence: A large percentage (up to 37%) experienced physical fights, bullying, or injuries in the past year, with notable gender differences.