UEFA: "Take Care" - a new health & well-being programme aimed at children and young people

"A new programme that will harness the power of football to create and support healthier lifestyles and positive habits, particularly among children and young people throughout Europe" is the aim of the "Take Care" programme presented by UEFA on 05/02/2025.

The programme is divided into six modules covering essential and interdependent areas of everyday life:
• Physical activity
• Nutrition
• Mental health
• Digital addiction
• Substance awareness
• Road safety

"Each module will contain a scientific white paper providing in-depth information on the topic, posters, a podcast, a documentary and an educational session, all tailored for key influential figures such as parents or caregivers, teachers, coaches and football staff, and will be rolled out throughout 2025. Each white paper was developed by experts in the field," explained UEFA.

"Take Care will support national associations, leagues, clubs, football stakeholders and schools with a variety of tools to inspire everyone to make positive lifestyle choices, in turn inspiring others to do the same," added the European body.

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