Health Promotion in the University Setting: A Scoping Review

This scoping review aimed at describing the health promotion initiatives of universities. Thirty-six studies were included in the final synthesis; they were mostly conducted in Europe (30.6%) and in the Western Pacific Region (25%). Seven studies described multiple interventions as part of the Health Promoting University network. Eleven studies examined health promotion interventions implemented as part of health-promoting strategies defined at the university level. Mental health and psychological well-being represent the most common area of intervention (52.8%). In conclusion, Although significant progress has been achieved in implementing health-promoting initiatives within universities, challenges remain regarding the full integration of health promotion into the broader university culture.