UACJ students conduct health brigade in El Porvenir

The Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez (UACJ) conducted its First Health Brigade 2026-1 in the community of El Porvenir, located in the municipality of Praxedis G. Guerrero, on August 22.

Forty-eight students from various academic programs, including dentistry, nutrition, psychology, medicine, nursing, accounting, finance, and sports training, participated in the community service initiative. The brigade provided several medical and professional services, such as dental examinations to detect caries and other issues, weight and height measurements, and vital signs monitoring.

Health education was a key component, with talks regarding nutrition and healthy eating habits to prevent malnutrition and obesity. Additionally, the brigade administered vaccines against measles, pneumonia, and influenza. Students also provided psychological, accounting, and fiscal advisory services to community members.