Faculty of Medicine at Assiut University Launches the Third Environmental Day Entitled “Viral Respiratory Diseases: A Scientific and Societal Perspective” Under the Slogan “Our Country Is a Trust in Our Hands”

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Assiut Universität

Faculty of Medicine at Assiut University Launches the Third Environmental Day Entitled “Viral Respiratory Diseases: A Scientific and Societal Perspective” Under the Slogan “Our Country Is a Trust in Our Hands”

January 20, 2025

Under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the Faculty of Medicine launched the Third Environmental Day on Monday, January 20, 2025, under the theme “Viral Respiratory Diseases: A Scientific and Societal Perspective” and the slogan “Our Country Is a Trust in Our Hands.” The event was organized by the Faculty’s Community Service and Environmental Development Sector and held in the Main University Hospital Conference Hall.

The event was supervised by Professor Mahmoud Abdel-Aleem, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Alaa Attia, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine; Professor Amani Omar, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research; Professor Hoda Makhlouf, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Atef El-Qarn, Professor of Chest Diseases and General Coordinator of the Day; and Professor Khaled Abdel-Aziz, Director of the Main University Hospital.

In his remarks, Professor El-Minshawy emphasized the university’s vital role in promoting community participation to mitigate health risks and empower the public through preventive practices. Professor Abdel-Aleem commended the efforts of the Community Service Sector and highlighted the importance of the “Our Country Is a Trust in Our Hands” initiative. Professor Amani Omar reviewed the achievements of the medical sector, including the establishment of the General Emergency and Trauma Unit, reaffirming that prevention remains the best cure. Professor Hoda Makhlouf noted the fruitful collaboration among the Community Service Sector, the Department of Chest Diseases, the Infection Control Unit, and Preventive Medicine.

The program featured a series of specialized lectures, including:

  • Surveillance of Respiratory Diseases by Dr. Ahmed Sayed Mousa
  • Viral Pneumonia: Diagnosis and Treatment Approaches by Professor Lamia Shaaban
  • The Role of Infection Control Management by Dr. Asmaa Abdel-Aziz El-Darwy

The event aimed to raise awareness about the prevention of viral respiratory diseases, exchange expertise, and develop research capabilities, targeting faculty members, researchers, young physicians, and the wider local community.