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Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Higher Institute of Public Health organized its 11th international conference today, held under the title "Universal Health Coverage and its Relationship to Public Health: A Global and National Perspective". Its activities will last for two days with the participation of more than 15 Arab and foreign countries, with the aim of exchanging international and local experiences on universal health coverage and its relationship to public health and introducing participants to the variables, achievements and difficulties in implementing comprehensive health insurance, and other important health topics.
 
 
 
 
The opening ceremony was attended by Dr. Heba El-Qadi, Dean of the Higher Institute of Public Health and President of the Conference, Dr. Abla El-Alfy, Deputy Minister of Health and Population, Dr. Mohamed Al-Jarallah, former Minister of Health of the sisterly State of Kuwait, Dr. Nima Saeed Abid, Representative of the World Health Organization in the Arab Republic of Egypt, in addition to a number of deans and vice deans of faculties at Alexandria University, a group of experts and specialists from the Higher Institute of Public Health, UNICEF, the World Bank, the Imperial College of England, the Islamic Organization for Medical Sciences, the Middle East Network for Community Health, the Arab Society for Public Health, the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population, the Ministry of Social Solidarity, as well as the faculties of medicine at Egyptian universities, the African Centre for Women’s Health, the Military Medical Academy, the Health Insurance Authority, the General Authority for Health Care, the General Authority for Accreditation and Health Control, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, and other local and international organizations.
 
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In her speech, Dr. Heba El-Qadi stressed that the conference offers a rich program on comprehensive health coverage from all its medical, economic, developmental and social aspects through a group of specialists from the institute, in partnership with international expertise from international and local organizations. El-Qadi pointed out that the conference includes 14 sessions covering topics related to comprehensive health coverage, such as health insurance in Egypt, lessons learned, future prospects, health economics and financing comprehensive health coverage, digital transformation including artificial intelligence and telehealth care, electronic health records, indicators for measuring and applying comprehensive health coverage, modern laboratory technologies and comprehensive health coverage, comprehensive health coverage facilitators, challenges and possible interventions, and comprehensive health coverage for refugee, immigrant and displaced communities. At the end of her speech, she stressed that she hopes that the conference will come out with recommendations that push comprehensive health coverage towards better prospects for citizens' health.
 
 
 
 
 
Dr. Abla El-Alfy stressed the need to pay attention to the early upbringing in an individual's life, stressing that the "Golden Thousand Days in a Child's Life" initiative was launched, which provides important services to the mother and foetus so that the upbringing is healthy and sound. She pointed out that this initiative is a term that refers to the first thousand days in a child's life, stressing that attention must be paid to this initiative starting from the presence of the foetus in the mother's womb, natural birth, breastfeeding, and attention to healthy nutrition for the individual to be healthy citizens capable of giving to their country, their families, and society as a whole.
 
 
 
 
 
Dr. Nima Saeed Abid stressed that the conference topic is of utmost importance, especially since it discusses comprehensive health coverage, and reflects the shared visions between Egypt and the World Health Organization. He pointed out that he looks forward to the conference recommendations coming out in a way that serves the health service provided to citizens, especially with the Egyptian state launching the comprehensive health coverage system in 2018 to provide distinguished medical services to the Egyptian citizen, that are consistent with the global strategy and goals of sustainable development.
 
 
 
 
 
Dr. Ahmed Al-Jarallah stressed the need to pay attention to health economics and introduce this science into the field of health. Al-Jarallah praised the conference topics that cover all aspects of the health system, which are among the most important topics of the hour. He expressed his hope that the conference would come out with recommendations that are in line with the rapid health developments around the world.
 
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As part of Alexandria University’s ongoing efforts to promote public health awareness, and under the patronage of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the High Institute of Public Health, in collaboration with the Association of Infection Control Physicians in Alexandria, organized an awareness seminar to mark World Hepatitis Day under the slogan “Together Towards a Future Free from Hepatitis.” The seminar was held at the Institute's premises.

The event was attended by Professor Dr. Heba El-Kady, Dean of the High Institute of Public Health; Professor Dr. Zeinab Shatta, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy, President of the Alexandria Doctors' Syndicate; and Dr. Enas Goweily, Head of the Infection Control Physicians Association in Alexandria.

In her opening remarks, Professor Dr. Heba El-Kady emphasized the Institute’s commitment to organizing such awareness-raising events aimed at delivering accurate, evidence-based information on the prevention and treatment of viral hepatitis. She highlighted that the World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates World Hepatitis Day annually on July 28, which coincides with the birthday of Nobel Laureate Professor Baruch Blumberg, the discoverer of the hepatitis B virus. This global occasion is an opportunity to underscore the importance of individual and institutional collaboration in adhering to infection prevention protocols. Dr. El-Kady added that the Institute seeks to strengthen cooperation with the Alexandria Doctors' Syndicate and the Infection Control Association to eradicate hepatitis completely.

Professor Dr. Zeinab Shatta shed light on the various community service programs offered by the Institute and how these programs reinforce collaboration between the Institute and the local community in tackling epidemic diseases. She emphasized the Institute's vital role in promoting health literacy among university students and the broader community.

Professor Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy highlighted the importance of cooperation between the High Institute of Public Health and the Doctors’ Syndicate to address public health challenges. He commended the key role of doctors in raising health awareness and the necessity of early screening, praising the positive outcomes of presidential health initiatives, particularly the “100 Million Healthy Lives” campaign.

Dr. Enas Goweily stressed the need for increased efforts in health education, especially the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of viral hepatitis. She noted the role of the Infection Control Physicians Association in Alexandria in organizing various activities to raise public awareness in the local community.

The seminar featured several lectures delivered by prominent medical professionals in Alexandria, including Dr. Iman El-Sheikhy (Consultant of Medical Microbiology and Immunology), Dr. Enas Goweily (Infection Control Consultant, Alexandria International Police Hospital), Dr. Hoda Abu Taleb (Infection Control Consultant, East City Hospital), Dr. Mai Bassiouny (Infection Control Consultant, Military Medical Complex), and Professor Dr. Nashwa Azzam (Professor of Microbiology, High Institute of Public Health). Topics discussed included:

The Battle Against Viral Hepatitis in Egypt: A Success Story and a Bright Future

From Risk to Response: Unsafe Injections and Post-Exposure Management

Sterilization and Disinfection

Dialysis and Seroconversion

Environmental Cleaning and Disinfectants

The seminar witnessed strong engagement from attendees, who shared their experiences and raised inquiries related to hepatitis, all of which were addressed by the panelists.

 

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As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to strengthening national awareness among its students, and under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, the Popular and Military Defense Forces, in cooperation with the Faculty of Fine Arts, organized an educational lecture entitled “The Egyptian State’s Vision on the Challenges Facing National Security.” The event was attended by Dr. Nevine Gharib, Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, Colonel Mohamed Maher, Director of the Military Education Department at the university, and Lieutenant Colonel Shehab El-Din Magdy, Deputy Director.

The lecture was delivered by Brigadier General Dr. Engineer Wael El-Abd, who reviewed the most pressing challenges to national security, foremost among them cross-border threats and the dangers they pose to the stability of the state. He emphasized that recognizing the magnitude of these challenges requires integrated practical measures to enhance the state’s ability to safeguard its resources.

El-Abd pointed to a set of necessary measures to address these challenges, including: tightening border control, recognizing the implications of proximity to conflict zones, monitoring the moves of major powers with expansionist tendencies, accurate tracking of migration flows, enforcing field and developmental control over remote areas, raising public awareness to counter disinformation and rumors, ensuring every citizen holds an official ID card, and maintaining constant monitoring and analysis of both local and international media trends.

For her part, Dr. Nevine Gharib stressed that such educational meetings contribute to raising students’ awareness of national issues and instilling in them a deep sense of belonging, enabling them to confront extremist ideologies and smear campaigns.

In his remarks, Colonel Mohamed Maher explained that the university, in cooperation with the Popular and Military Defense Forces, is working to build genuine awareness among students and connect them with national issues, emphasizing that national security begins within the walls of the university as the cradle of minds and gateway to the future.

The event concluded by affirming that safeguarding national security is a shared responsibility that requires citizen awareness, institutional cooperation, and collective action to protect the homeland and preserve its resources in the face of diverse challenges.

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Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Department of Educational Administration and Education Policies at the Faculty of Education organized the 4th Annual International Conference titled: "Talent Management in Educational Institutions: Leadership Strategies for Building Future Cadres". The event was held in Lecture Hall (1) at the Faculty, with the participation of Dr. Hassan Saad Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty; Dr. Mohamed Khamees Harb, Head of the Department of Educational Administration and Education Policies and Conference Chair; Dr. Salem Abdel Razek Suleiman, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. El-Sayeda Mahmoud Ibrahim, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Araby Abu Zeid, Director of the Alexandria Directorate of Education; Dr. Ibrahim El-Gammal, Member of the Egyptian Family House and Head of the Fatwa Committee at Al-Azhar in Alexandria; and Dr. Shaker Mohamed Fathy, President of the Egyptian Society for Comparative Education and Educational Administration, along with a distinguished group of faculty members from Egypt and various Arab countries.

In his speech, Dr. Hassan Saad Abdeen welcomed all participants and emphasized the importance of the conference as a scientific platform for the exchange of expertise and visions. He highlighted the conference’s active contribution to the development of the educational system at both the local and international levels, reflecting the pioneering role of the Faculty of Education – Alexandria University – in supporting dialogue around educational issues and in developing effective strategies for talent management, in line with Egypt’s efforts to invest in young minds and build a knowledge- and innovation-based future.

Dr. Araby Abu Zeid stated that the Faculty of Education is a key partner in preparing educational leaders capable of keeping pace with technological transformations, which enhances the efficiency of the educational system and its ability to meet the challenges of the times. He stressed that conscious leadership is the key to educational success and societal advancement.

For his part, Dr. Mohamed Khamees Harb noted that the continuity of the conference for four consecutive years reflects the department’s strong belief in the value of scientific dialogue and the exchange of experiences. It also demonstrates the department's commitment to actively contributing to the development of educational thought and practice in alignment with changes in the educational landscape. He expressed his gratitude to all who contributed to organizing this outstanding academic event, including researchers, participants, session chairs, and organizing committees.

The conference included a number of scientific sessions that addressed key issues in talent management and the development of educational leadership. It featured research papers and field experiences presented by researchers and experts in education and management.

At the conclusion of the conference, a set of recommendations was announced to support educational policies and promote a culture of innovation within educational institutions.

The conference concluded with honoring the organizing committee, emphasizing the importance of joint efforts for a brighter educational future.

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Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, and Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen, Acting Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, the Faculty of Nursing at Alexandria University organized the Faculty's Second Scientific Student Conference, titled "Sustainable Innovation: The Path to Excellence for Nursing Students," in the Faculty's Grand Conference Hall. The conference was attended by Dr. Nefertiti Hassan Zaki, Dean of the Faculty; Dr. Hanan El-Sherbiny, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Dr. Sahar Lamada, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Awatif El-Sharkawy, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Salwa El-Badri, Head of the Department of Medical and Surgical Nursing and Conference Chair; Dr. Mohamed Farid Hamdy, Secretary General of the Egyptian Medical Syndicate; and a host of civil society leaders and faculty members. Students from the British University, Damanhour University, Helwan University, Mansoura University, Rashid University, the Technical Institute of Nursing, and Princess Noura bint Abdulrahman University in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia participated.
 
 
 
 
In her speech, Dr. Nefertiti Zaki welcomed the attendees to the College of Nursing, praising the university's support, under the leadership of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, for all the faculty of Nursing's activities and events. She emphasized that the conference represents a starting point and a distinguished platform for positive interaction, the exchange of ideas and experiences, and a showcase of student creativity capable of bringing about real progress in the future of the nursing profession at the local, regional, and international levels. She emphasized the necessity of sustainable innovation in the nursing profession, which requires constant keeping pace with scientific and research developments and technological applications, and achieving the highest quality standards in healthcare provision. Students' excellence depends on their ability to think critically, work collaboratively, and innovate in the face of challenges.
 
 
 
 
Dr. Hanan El-Sherbiny noted the contribution of the participating universities in submitting 10 student research papers and 15 student research posters in the fields of sustainable development, artificial intelligence, and skills for future jobs. This helps create a rich environment for the exchange of ideas and experiences, supports collaborative learning, and stimulates innovation. She noted the faculty's commitment to organizing the conference, believing that innovation is no longer an option, but rather a necessity for achieving excellence and a foundation for sustainability in this fast-paced era. Innovation today is an integral part of professional and personal development, and a means of preparing students to become effective leaders in addressing the challenges of the healthcare sector.
 
 
 
 
Dr. Salwa El-Badry praised the broad participation in the conference from nursing faculties at Egyptian universities, which provides an opportunity to exchange experiences in nursing innovation methods in light of the remarkable advances in technology. This provides students with the opportunity to become distinguished researchers in the field of nursing, which impacts nursing services and raises the level of healthcare.
 
 
 
 
The conference discussed several topics, most notably innovation in nursing education, sustainability in nursing practices, capacity building and skills among students, partnerships, and future trends to achieve several goals, most notably promoting sustainable innovation in nursing education, highlighting the role of artificial intelligence and smart applications in nursing education and practice, encouraging student scientific research, supporting academic and professional excellence, achieving high-quality nursing education through student empowerment, enhancing collaboration between faculties to support a healthy learning environment, and reviewing successful experiences in nursing research locally and internationally. The conference featured a documentary film titled "Student Activities in Light of International Accreditation," as well as several artistic performances, student competitions, and an exhibition of student academic activities. The conference concluded with honoring the faculty members who organized the conference, the participating guests, and distinguished students academically and in terms of activities.
 
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