Panel Discussion on Interprofessional Collaboration

Ms. Najd Al Muhanna from the English Language Unit at the College of Nursing hosted and moderated a panel discussion on interprofessional collaboration in Kuwait. The discussion, titled “The Importance of Interprofessional Collaboration in Hospitals”

On Sunday, the 30th of November, Ms. Najd Al Muhanna from the English Language Unit at the College of Nursing hosted and moderated a panel discussion on interprofessional collaboration in Kuwait. The discussion, titled “The Importance of Interprofessional Collaboration in Hospitals”, aimed to shed light on the growing need for collaborative practices in the medical field. The purpose of the panel was to bridge the gap between theory and practice and to provide different perspectives on the value of interprofessional teamwork. The event was held in the College of Nursing auditorium.

The panel speakers: Dr. Mariam Al Samhan, Dr. Hattan Al Muhanna, Nurse Sheerifa Baqer, Nurse Lulwah Al Waihab, and Nurse Majed Al Seiedi, addressed key elements of interprofessional collaboration and shared real-life examples of its success. They highlighted five core domains of interprofessional collaboration that students can expect to encounter in the field, with a major emphasis on reducing medical errors. The speakers also underscored the importance of all healthcare professions working together and the necessity of collaborative efforts to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The major themes discussed included effective communication, role identification and clarification, team functioning, conflict resolution, and collaborative leadership. Student involvement was also a key component, as the panel sought to prepare future healthcare professionals for interdisciplinary teamwork.

The panel concluded that interprofessional collaboration is not just beneficial but essential in the healthcare workforce. The speakers emphasized that recognizing and understanding one's own role—as well as the roles of others—working collaboratively as a team, and anticipating potential

conflicts are all crucial elements in successfully providing patient care

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Public Health Month Event Highlights: “Promoting Health to Enhance Life”

Under the patronage of the Director General of the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training, Dr. Hassan Mohammed Al-Fajam, and organized by the Public Relations and Media Department, in collaboration with the College of Nursing, the Nursing Institute, and the College of Health Sciences, the activities of Public Health Month were held under the slogan “Promoting Health to Enhance Life.”

Public Health Month Event Highlights: “Promoting Health to Enhance Life”

Under the patronage of the Director General of the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training,

Dr. Hassan Mohammed Al-Fajam,

and organized by the Public Relations and Media Department, in collaboration with the College of Nursing, the Nursing Institute, and the College of Health Sciences, the activities of Public Health Month were held under the slogan “Promoting Health to Enhance Life.”

As part of the Authority’s efforts to foster collaboration among its academic units and to empower students to take an active role in promoting health awareness, the College of Nursing participated in the second week of the event, themed “Food for Sustainable Health.” The participation was led by Ms. Nawal Al-Qallaf, Ms. Sarah Al-Houti, and Ms. Shamoukh Al-Shuwaib from the General Sciences Unit, through their interactive and educational booth titled “Body Chemistry.”

The booth attracted wide attention from visitors for its innovative chemistry-based demonstrations that linked science to everyday health practices.

The activities focused on understanding the body’s pH balance and the effects of dietary habits on human health through a series of engaging experiments:

• The first experiment demonstrated what happens to the human body when consuming highly acidic foods and beverages such as soft drinks and fast food. The experiment used dry ice placed inside a large cylinder containing a green-colored alkaline solution treated with a universal indicator. When dry ice was added, the solution gradually turned yellow, releasing a cloud of gas that created a fascinating visual effect. This represented how consuming high-acidity foods can disrupt the body’s natural alkaline balance.

• The second experiment highlighted the large amounts of sugar hidden in common foods, helping visitors visualize how excessive sugar intake affects overall health.

• The third experiment guided participants on how to choose suitable drinking water to maintain the body’s alkalinity by reading the pH numbers printed on bottled water labels. Also using a universal indicator to test different water samples and comparing the colors with the pH scale.

• The fourth experiment showcased how to create a natural homemade pH indicator from red cabbage. After boiling the cabbage and using its colored extract, participants mixed it with acidic substances such as lemon juice and observed a beautiful color change to pink — a simple yet captivating example of practical chemistry in everyday life.

The event took place on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, and received enthusiastic feedback from attendees, who praised the creativity and excellence of the participating students, describing them as the “stars of the event.” Their ability to simplify complex scientific ideas and present them through interactive experiments reflected both their scientific understanding and communication skills.

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Panel Discussion on Interprofessional Collaboration

Public Health Month Event Highlights: “Promoting Health to Enhance Life”

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