The Faculty of Medicine at Beni Suef University participates in a scientific day dedicated to mental health awareness, in collaboration with the General Authority for Health Insurance.
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Under the patronage of Dr. Tarek Ali, Acting President of Beni Suef University, the Faculty of Medicine participated in a scientific event dedicated to mental health. Organized by the Beni Suef branch of the General Authority for Health Insurance, the event was held under the theme "Mental Health: The Foundation of Happiness and Success" to coincide with World Mental Health Day. The initiative took place under the supervision of Tamer Madkour, Chairman of the General Authority for Health Insurance, and was attended by Dr. Hany Hamed Desouky, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Chairman of the University Hospitals; Dr. Mohamed Yehia Ismail, General Manager of the Health Insurance branch in Beni Suef; and Dr. Abeer Shaaban, Director of the branch’s Training Department. Also in attendance were a large number of physicians, nursing staff, and employees from the Health Insurance branch, as well as students from the Technical Institute of Nursing. Dr. Tarek Ali explained that the scientific day’s activities included specialized lectures delivered by Dr. Hany Hamed Desouky, Professor of Psychiatry and Dean of the Faculty, and Dr. Marwa Safwat, Professor of Psychiatry at the University’s Faculty of Medicine. The lectures addressed the importance of mental health and its impact on the lives of individuals and society, strategies for coping with psychological stress, identifying early signs of mental health disorders, and the importance of seeking professional help. Furthermore, the sessions aimed to correct misconceptions and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health disorders, thereby fostering greater societal awareness and promoting a culture that prioritizes mental well-being. Dr. Ali noted that this initiative is part of an effort to strengthen collaboration between the university and the General Authority for Health Insurance, enhancing the integration between academic and healthcare institutions to promote mental health awareness and develop the skills of healthcare professionals, ultimately improving the quality of care provided to the public.
For his part, Dr. Hany Hamed Desouky emphasized the significance of organizing such scientific events, which contribute to spreading a sound understanding of mental health and fostering cooperation between academic and healthcare institutions. He underscored that mental health is just as important as physical health, noting that increased societal awareness helps diminish the stigma associated with mental health disorders and encourages individuals to seek professional support in a timely manner. This, in turn, supports the creation of a healthy and positive work environment and helps prepare professionals who are better equipped to manage psychological stress and address the needs of patients. It was affirmed that scientific and awareness-raising activities will continue, aimed at enhancing performance levels and improving the quality of services provided to citizens.
Dr. Mohamed Yahya Ismail, General Manager of the Health Insurance Branch in Beni Suef, stated that organizing this scientific day reflects the branch’s commitment to developing professional performance and increasing the efficiency of medical and administrative staff. This initiative also seeks to raise awareness about the importance of mental health as a key component of overall public health. He noted that prioritizing mental health positively impacts an individual’s capacity to work, remain productive, and engage with society, reaffirming the branch’s dedication to implementing scientific and awareness programs that support the quality of healthcare services provided to beneficiaries.
For her part, Dr. Abeer Shaaban, Director of the Training Department at the branch, explained that this scientific day is part of the department’s plan to update knowledge and strengthen the skills of healthcare providers and staff. She highlighted the importance of integrating mental health awareness into training and educational programs.
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