Murodov Komiljon Bakhtiyorovich (1)
Currently, it is important to raise awareness among all segments of the population, including schoolchildren, about improving and maintaining their health. Volunteers provide invaluable assistance in raising adolescent awareness of healthy lifestyles and health promotion, since they are more receptive to this information from young people and their peers. It is also important to ensure the accuracy and precision of the information conveyed to the younger generation.
In this regard, the role of volunteers among young doctors, residents, and senior medical students is increasing. High-quality training of volunteers is essential, as is developing their communication and presentation skills.
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