Introduction
Information on accessing medical advice and guidance for staying healthy while studying at the University. From registering with University doctor to medical emergencies, information on dentists, opticians and other health services and supportive resources. SMIU Medical Unit is working in all aspects to facilitate school & university patients. SMIU Medical Unit is an airy and wide room, located adjacent to main SMIU library; well equipped with two examination couches one stretcher, and other necessary accessories.
Facilities / Setup of Medical Unit.
Necessary equipment such as B.P apparatus, glucometer, nebulizer, steamer, thermometer, weight machine, height scale, x-ray view box, examination lights, drip stand etc are available. Sufficient stock of emergency medicines such as pain killers, anti-allergic, anti-pyretic, anti tussive, is maintained and is provided free to visiting patients. First aid kit and minor surgery tray are also maintained in order to provide treatment for minor injuries. In addition A.T.S facility is also available.
Major Activities
Health cards for SMIU model school students have been prepared, which includes such data as general physical appearance, hygiene status, any significant illness or behavioral problem.
Medical identity cards of school students have been prepared, containing such information as age, blood group, and any known allergy. For this purpose, a blood group checking camp was Specially organized and its entire expenses were borne by the university administration. Medical history forms for university students are also maintained. Annual Health Report of school students have been prepared and distributed. In order to emphasize the importance of hygiene, a special event was arranged on Global Hand washing day.
Awareness Lectures
The university administration is very keen to create awareness regarding basic health problems and prevention and proper treatment of common diseases. For this purpose, number of lectures has been arranged separately for school and university students on different topics on different occasions like:
Combining Health with Fun
SPRING HEALTH FESTIVAL AT A GLANCE
International health day's celebration at SMIU
Health flyers on different health issues
Registering with a doctor in SMIU.
Students need to register with campus doctor on prescribed form available on website or from Campus Medical Unit. Whilst every employee who intends to use the health care facility is required to bring referral letter duly signed by the respective section head.