Events

World Hand Hygiene Day 2024

 University Hospital Sharjah celebrated World Hand Hygiene Day 2024 on the 6th of May with a slogan from the World Health Organization, “Why is sharing knowledge about hand hygiene still so important? Because it helps stop the spread of harmful germs in health care.”

Organized by the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Committee with the support of the Hospital Management, the event started with a scientific session conducted by Dr. Bashirat Lola Giwa, Infectious Disease Consultant and the IPC Committee Chair about the importance of infection control practices in healthcare and followed by multiple educational activities among employees, patients and visitors about the significance of hand hygiene in preventing healthcare-associated infections and to achieve quality and safe patient care.

World Thalassemia Day

University Hospital in Sharjah organized an awareness lecture on " World Thalassemia Day " to help reduce the spread of this disease. Millions of people worldwide are affected by thalassemia, making it essential to raise awareness about the different types of the disease and the necessary tests for its diagnosis. The lecture also included information on how to manage the disease, available treatment options, and the provision of ongoing support for patients.

University of Sharjah Training on Handling Shoulder Dystocia Drills

University of Sharjah Training on Handling Shoulder Dystocia Drills

The UHS medical and nursing team has completed comprehensive training on handling shoulder dystocia drills, in partnership with the esteemed medicine school lab, University of Sharjah. Using The Lucina Neonatal and maternal childbirth simulator, the training aims to hone our team's skills and knowledge to ensure the best possible outcomes for both mother and child.
Together, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and staying at the forefront of medical advancements.

Event of Department Of Islamic Affairs – Sharjah 2024

University Hospital Sharjah team participated in the awareness day organized by the Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs, which aimed to provide health education for pilgrims before they travel for Hajj. Ms. Toujan Hassan, a Certified Diabetes Educator, delivered an informative lecture offering essential advice for diabetic patients during Hajj. Additionally, our team conducted a group of medical screenings for the attendees.

Awareness lecture on "Know How to Look After Your Joints"

University Hospital Sharjah, in collaboration with the Friends of Arthritis Patients Association, organized an awareness lecture titled "Know How to Look After Your Joints". Dr. Ahmed Al-Zayat, a Consultant Rheumatologist at the UHS, delivered the lecture. He discussed various aspects of joint health and how to prevent these issues, in the presence of University of Sharjah students and UHS staff.

Cardiotocogram Workshop

Cardiotocogram Workshop was hosted at UHS, bringing together obstetrician-gynecologists, nurses, and midwives to delve into the complexities of fetal monitoring, ensuring the utmost precision and compassion in interpreting the CTG while keeping the mother well-informed about her care. The workshop featured discussions on the latest CTG interpretation recommendations and case scenarios, to unify knowledge and enhance the multidisciplinary team’s skills. Our collective commitment is to elevate the standard of care for the expectant and their precious babies.

Workshop on "Towards Safe Practice of Medical Procedures Using Anesthetic Drugs"

The workshop titled "Towards Safe Practice of Medical Procedures Using Anesthetic Drugs" commenced on the morning of Friday, July 7, 2024, under the patronage of Dr. Khalifa Al Nuaimi, UHS CEO, Prof. Hakam Yassin, UHS Medical Director, Prof. Ahmed Sharab, Head of the Anesthesia Department, and members of the Anesthesia Department at the University Hospital Sharjah.

This annual workshop aims to develop and refine the skills of the medical staff at the UHS. With a large number of medical staff in attendance, the global patient safety standards meticulously applied at the hospital were explained throughout the day. Additionally, a detailed explanation of the appropriate intravenous anesthetic drugs for patients was provided.

The lectures continued alongside practical sessions for all trainees, equipping them with skills to handle airway obstruction cases that may occur due to anesthetic drugs, as well as enhancing their skills in using and managing monitoring devices to observe patients' vital signs.

At the end of the scientific day, several cases were discussed, explaining the optimal handling of each and the lessons learned from these cases.

"Your Summer in Al Batayeh is Cool" Event

University Hospital Sharjah team participated in the "Your Summer in Al Batayeh is Cool" event at Al Batayeh Municipality. Dr. Manzoor Ahmed, a Consultant Pediatrician, gave an awareness lecture on "The Effects of Sunlight and How to Protect from it." Additionally, our team provided medical screenings to the employees.

World Breastfeeding Week Celebration 2024

UHS celebrated World Breastfeeding Week 2024 to raise community awareness about the importance of breastfeeding for both the child and the mother, and the significance of developing workplace environments to support women in breastfeeding their children.

Weekly lecture on “Survey Agenda & Staff Role”

As part of implementing the 2024 Quality Programs, excerpts from the weekly lecture on “Survey Agenda & Staff Role” organized by the Quality Management Department at University Hospital Sharjah, to exchange experiences and improve the quality of healthcare provided.

Mental Health Awareness event at the Sharjah Union Women’s Association

As part of our ongoing commitment to promoting health awareness, the University Hospital Sharjah team participated in a Mental Health Awareness event at the Sharjah Union Women’s Association. The event aimed to highlight the importance of mental health in our daily lives and improve quality of life through a balanced, healthy environment.

Dr. Khadija Al Zarouni, Aeromedical Examiner & Consultant Family Medicine, inaugurated the event with a welcoming speech. Our team also provided medical check-ups, psychological consultations, and Mental Health tests and distributed gifts from our participating companies.

World Patient Safety Day

Together we make a difference towards a safer and healthier life! On World Patient Safety Day, we emphasize the importance of providing safe and excellent healthcare to ensure the safety of our patients and improve the quality of healthcare for all.