Health Services
The Mildmay Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS) is committed to promoting the health and wellbeing of its students and staff by providing accessible, responsive and supportive health services within the Institute.
MIHS operates a 3-bed sick bay that provides basic medical assessment, first aid, nursing care and support to students who require medical attention while at the Institute. The sick bay is manned by a registered nurse who provides day-to-day health services and guides students on appropriate medical care and referrals where necessary.
All students accessing health services at MIHS are required to be registered by the School Nurse. Students should also carry their student passbooks when seeking medical services at the sick bay.
For services requiring further medical assessment, specialized treatment or hospital-based care, MIHS works in collaboration with Mildmay Uganda Hospital, providing students with access to additional healthcare services when required.
Vision
To promote a healthy and supportive learning environment where every student has access to appropriate healthcare and health-related support.
Mission
To provide accessible, responsive and quality basic healthcare services to students and staff while promoting health awareness, disease prevention, early intervention and appropriate referral through collaboration with healthcare partners.
Health Services Available
The MIHS sick bay provides and facilitates the following services:
- Basic medical assessment and nursing care
- First aid and emergency support
- Management of minor illnesses and common health conditions
- Basic health education and counselling
- Health promotion and disease prevention
- Monitoring and follow-up of students with health concerns
- Referral for specialized medical services where necessary
- Coordination with Mildmay Uganda Hospital for further medical care
- Support and guidance on accessing appropriate healthcare services
School Nurse
The MIHS sick bay is managed by a registered nurse who is responsible for providing day-to-day nursing services to students and supporting the Institute's health and wellbeing initiatives.
The School Nurse also assists students in determining when further medical attention is required and facilitates appropriate referrals to healthcare facilities, including Mildmay Uganda Hospital.
Accessing Health Services
All students are encouraged to seek medical attention promptly whenever they feel unwell or require medical assistance.
To access services at the MIHS sick bay:
- Students must be registered by the School Nurse.
- Students should bring their student passbook whenever they visit the sick bay.
- The School Nurse will assess the student's condition and provide appropriate care.
- Where further investigation, treatment or specialist attention is required, the student will be referred to an appropriate healthcare facility.
- MIHS works with Mildmay Uganda Hospital to support students who require additional medical services.
Students are encouraged not to ignore persistent symptoms or delay seeking medical attention.
Partnership with Mildmay Uganda Hospital
MIHS benefits from the support and collaboration of Mildmay Uganda Hospital, a key healthcare partner in ensuring that students who require services beyond the capacity of the Institute sick bay can access appropriate medical care.
Through this collaboration, students can be guided and referred for further assessment, diagnosis, treatment and other healthcare services as necessary.
Health and Wellbeing
The Institute recognizes that good health is essential to successful learning and academic achievement. Students are therefore encouraged to take responsibility for their health by maintaining good personal hygiene, eating a balanced diet, getting adequate rest, seeking medical attention when necessary and following professional medical advice.
MIHS remains committed to creating a safe, healthy and supportive environment that enables students to pursue their studies successfully.