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Opening of the Second Scientific Student Conference of the Faculty of Nursing
The High Institute of Public Health Holds Awareness Seminar on World Hepatitis Day
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.
Faculty of Nursing Organizes the 11th Employment Forum under the Theme: "Nurses of Today – Leaders of Tomorrow"
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Nursing organized its 11th Employment Forum on the morning of Saturday, August 2, 2025, under the theme: "Nurses of Today – Leaders of Tomorrow." The forum was attended by representatives from leading hospitals and healthcare institutions, faculty members, and students, aiming to connect graduates with the job market by offering direct employment opportunities and providing an interactive platform that brings together graduates and healthcare employers. This initiative supports their professional journey and strengthens sustainable engagement with healthcare partners
In her opening speech, Dr. Nefertiti Hassan Zaki, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, emphasized that the forum aligns with the Faculty’s mission to empower graduates and prepare them for the labor market, while reinforcing partnerships with stakeholders in the healthcare sector. She highlighted that the Faculty’s international accreditation by the German Accreditation Agency AHPGS is a significant academic and professional achievement, boosting the prospects of its graduates both locally and internationally.
Dr. Sahar Lamada, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, noted that the forum reflects the Faculty’s commitment to opening practical pathways for graduates and establishing strong ties with healthcare institutions. She affirmed that the Faculty’s graduates possess a high level of competence and training, making them highly qualified for integration into the workforce.
Dr. Eman Taha, Professor in the Department of Nursing Education, spoke about the importance of interprofessional healthcare teams in improving care quality and patient safety, emphasizing the value of continuous training in collaboration, communication, and professional responsibility.
Dr. Esraa Ismail, Coordinator of the Alumni Unit, presented the unit’s role in supporting graduates and enhancing their connection to the Faculty through digital platforms, training workshops, and partnerships with employment agencies. She reiterated the unit’s commitment to addressing graduates’ evolving needs and advancing their practical skills.
Representatives from the participating institutions praised the quality of the Faculty’s graduates and expressed their eagerness to maintain cooperation in such forums that bridge academic knowledge and labor market needs, offering promising employment opportunities for Faculty of Nursing graduates.
The forum hosted participation from a number of institutions including: Alexandria Kidney and Urology Hospital, Nile El Amal Hospital, Dar El Elag Hospital, Safwa Hospital, Agyal Hospital, the Saudi German Hospital, Andalusia El Shalalat Hospital, Smouha International Hospital, the International Heart Center, as well as specialized companies and centers such as Medical Store Company, United Training and Consultancy Center, and the Egyptian-Saudi Company.
The Higher Institute of Public Health organizes a symposium entitled "Governance of Clinical and Field Research Ethics"
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Higher Institute of Public Health organized a symposium yesterday entitled "Governance of Clinical and Field Research Ethics." The symposium was attended by Dr. Heba El-Qadi, Dean of the Higher Institute of Public Health; Dr. Zeinab Shata, Vice Dean of the Institute for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Tamer Hafnawy, Professor of Public Health and Community Medicine and Secretary of the Supreme Council for Clinical Medical Research Ethics; Dr. Maha Ghanem, Professor of Forensic Medicine and Member of the Supreme Council for Clinical Medical Research Ethics; Dr. Jihan Goifel, Assistant President of the University for International Branches Affairs; Dr. Dina El-Gayar, Director of the Project Management Unit at the University; Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy, President of the Alexandria Doctors Syndicate; Dr. Mohamed Ansi El-Shafei, President of the Alexandria Pharmacists Syndicate; and a group of faculty members, specialists, and researchers from the Institute.
In her speech, Dr. Heba El-Qadi emphasized the importance of the symposium's topic in discussing the ethics of scientific research, especially in this era of accelerating discoveries and competing institutions for leadership. She emphasized that ethical conscience remains the true compass for researchers. She emphasized the importance of obtaining patient consent before conducting research, the confidentiality of patient data, and the right to withdraw without harm, noting that the researcher becomes responsible for protecting this privacy. She added that this symposium represents a good opportunity to exchange experiences and raise awareness of the importance of adhering to ethical standards, emphasizing that scientific progress is not measured solely by the results we achieve, but also by the method by which we arrive at those results.
In his speech, Dr. Tamer Hafnawy discussed the duties of the Supreme Council for Clinical Research Ethics, Law No. 214 of 2020 regulating clinical research and its executive regulations No. 927 of 2022. He also discussed the council's formation and organizational structure, its mission, which is to promote ethical standards in clinical research in Egypt, protect the rights and dignity of research participants, and promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability through oversight. He also addressed the council's values of confidentiality, privacy, professionalism, governance, protection, security, and non-exploitation. He also addressed the council's duties, which include establishing a research database, surveying stakeholders, periodic review, inspection, complaints, and final review of research plans. He also addressed pre-clinical research related to humans and laboratory animals, and the Ethics Committee for the Use of Laboratory Animals in Research.
Dr. Maha Ghanem spoke about the Ethics Guide for the Care and Use of Experimental Animals in Education and Scientific Research, the importance of institutional committees, the importance of respecting human participants in research, the importance of following up on research implementation after ethical review, and the importance of Clinical Regulation No. 214 of 2020 and its Executive Regulations No. 927 of 2022.
Delegation from the Faculty of Fine Arts visits Matrouh Governorate to study the strategic urban development plan
In line with the directives of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, to link academic study with practical application and to enhance the participation of university students in national development projects—thereby preparing graduates with a comprehensive developmental vision capable of contributing to building the New Republic—and based on ten years of prior work within the department’s curriculum, a delegation of fourth-year students from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Fine Arts, Alexandria University, conducted a field visit to Matrouh Governorate.
The visit aimed to study the strategic plan for urban expansion and sustainable urban development in the governorate’s capital, Marsa Matrouh, under the supervision of faculty members from the department.
During the visit, Major General Khaled Shuaib, Governor of Matrouh, met with the delegation in the presence of senior officials from the governorate.
Representing Alexandria University were Dr. Hesham Saudi, Professor of Architecture and Planning and Head of the Alexandria Engineers Syndicate; Dr. Ahmed El-Zayat, Lecturer of Architecture and Head of the Architectural Engineering Division at the Syndicate; Dr. Mohsen Mardash, Lecturer of Architecture; along with assistant engineers Mostafa Ibrahim and Donia Nabil, and teaching assistants Ahmed Tamam, Zeina Mahrous, and Doaa Abaza.
During the meeting, after the student groups presented their visions and ideas for the city and listened to the governor’s and executive leaders’ guidance and feedback supporting their proposals, Major General Shuaib praised the fruitful and constructive cooperation between the governorates of Alexandria and Matrouh.
He commended the faculty’s role in preparing architectural cadres capable of contributing to national development projects, welcoming the professors and students to Matrouh and emphasizing the importance of their participation in presenting innovative visions for urban development in line with national strategic plans.
The students presented their findings and analyses of the governorate’s and region’s strategic plans, offering proposals to develop Marsa Matrouh into a smart, integrated city that respects the local environment and leverages the governorate’s tourism, agricultural, and industrial potential.
The governor praised the students’ enthusiasm and awareness of urban development issues, affirming the governorate’s support for their efforts. Meanwhile, the Head of the Engineers Syndicate in Matrouh announced a reward for the best integrated projects and outstanding future proposals.
