In line with the city's efforts to combat malnutrition, a total of 3,436 K to 6 feeding program beneficiaries, classified as wasted or severely wasted—a term used to describe the children who are noticeably underweight for their age due to nutritional lack—were given free general check-ups. Prior to the program implementation, the city health office conducted a pre-assessment procedure to determine the health condition of the students and assess who among them needs serious medical attention right away.

To ensure the overall well-being of the children and address any underlying health issues, the city health office took a proactive approach by conducting a thorough pre-assessment for the beneficiaries. The procedure involved examining the health conditions of each participating student, determining their nutritional status, and identifying those who required urgent medical intervention. The goal was not only to provide immediate nutritional support through the feeding program but also to ensure that any children with more severe health concerns received the necessary medical attention.

Instituted in 2012, the Enhanced K to 6 Feeding Program plays a significant role in the city's long-standing fight against malnutrition in children. Furthermore, it is part of Valenzuela City's Education 360 Degrees Investment Program, which takes a comprehensive approach to student development, prioritizing health, nutrition, and education. The initiative seeks to improve student performance in school and general well-being.

The city government aims to make a significant decrease in the number of malnourished children by the end of this year. On the other hand, the free health check-ups will continue rolling until the remaining benefiting schools are covered.

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