Ajman University Nursing Students Promote Healthy Living with Chronic Illness at Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital, Umm Al Quwain
On November 5, 2026, fourth-year students from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program at Ajman University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) participated in a health education initiative titled “Living Well with Chronic Illness” at Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital in Umm Al Quwain. The activity aimed to advance health education, support patient engagement, and empower community members with effective chronic disease management strategies.
The initiative focused on raising public awareness regarding chronic illness management, emphasizing healthy nutrition, regular physical activity, strict medication adherence, self-management techniques, and sustainable lifestyle modifications. Through interactive sessions and informative educational posters, nursing students actively engaged with hospital patients and visitors, communicating critical health concepts in a clear and accessible format.
The initiative enabled students to strengthen their clinical communication, health education, patient engagement, and interprofessional teamwork capabilities, effectively bridging classroom learning with practical application in a clinical environment. This initiative underscores Ajman University’s ongoing commitment to experiential learning, student-centered education, and impactful community outreach. By immersing students in real-world healthcare environments, COPHS ensures the development of practice-ready nursing professionals equipped to address evolving public health challenges.
The Dean of the College, Prof. Abeer AlGhananeem, commented: "This participation reflects the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’ dedication to preparing competent, compassionate, and skilled nursing graduates. It further reinforces Ajman University’s mission to foster academic excellence, promote community well-being, and advance healthcare education in the United Arab Emirates and the wider region. By actively engaging with patients in hospital settings, future nursing professionals develop the empathy, confidence, and critical thinking required in modern multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Prof. AlGhananeem also commended the students and clinical faculty mentors for their dedication to public health education and community outreach. Such collaborative initiatives highlight the vital role academic institutions play in addressing chronic disease prevention and health promotion.
The COPHS extends its sincere appreciation to Ms. Hind Alali, Nursing Clinical Instructor, for her coordination, mentorship, and dedicated supervision of the students during the event, as well as the Office of Experiential Learning for its effective mentoring of the students. The College also acknowledges Sheikh Khalifa General Hospital in Umm Al Quwain for hosting the initiative and supporting experiential learning opportunities for Ajman University nursing students.
