Mingachevir State University (MSU) organized an awareness-raising training session entitled “Reproductive Health and Healthy Lifestyles: Awareness, Prevention, and Access to Healthcare Services” to enhance students’ health awareness, promote reproductive health education, and encourage healthy lifestyles.

A total of 273 participants, including 261 students and 12 university staff members, attended the training. During the event, participants received comprehensive information on sexual and reproductive health, the importance of preventive measures, making informed health-related decisions, and accessing appropriate healthcare services.

The primary objective of the training was to enhance the university community’s knowledge of reproductive health, strengthen awareness of potential health risks, and encourage students to use reliable sources of medical information.

During the training, educational information was provided on the following topics:

Protecting reproductive health and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle;

Providing scientifically accurate and evidence-based information on sexual and reproductive health;

Prevention and early diagnosis of reproductive system diseases;

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), their prevention, and protective measures;

Family planning and responsible health-related decision-making;

Access to medical counselling and specialized healthcare services related to reproductive health;

Personal health rights, medical confidentiality, and psychological well-being.

During the training, it was emphasized that reproductive health is an essential component of overall health and quality of life. Particular attention was given to the importance of obtaining health-related information from reliable, evidence-based sources, undergoing preventive medical examinations, and seeking timely medical advice.

During the interactive part of the training, participants’ questions regarding reproductive health, disease prevention, access to healthcare services, and healthy lifestyles were addressed, followed by discussions and an exchange of views.

The event also emphasized the importance of providing students with accurate information on sexual and reproductive health, ensuring confidentiality when accessing medical services, preventing discrimination, and promoting equal access to healthcare services.