TEXILIANS AT HEALTH EXPO 2018, GUYANA.

Good health is more than just being free of any disease; it is about the positivity in one’s outlook. As the old adage goes - ‘Prevention is better than cure’ - it’s wise to keep track of one’s health status through awareness and timely check-ups. 

According to the World Health Organization (W.H.O), heart diseases, pulmonary disorders, cancer and tuberculosis were among the top global causes of death in 2016. Lack of knowledge/awareness, poor accountability and limited access to medical facilities are challenges that people are fighting even in the 21st century. Today, governments, healthcare agencies and denizens as such, are working collectively towards curbing and controlling challenges in global healthcare.   

Health Expo 2018: The Event

Organized by the Ministry of Public Health, Guyana, the ‘Health Expo 2018’ held between May 30th and June 2nd 2018, was one such initiative that brought together dedicated individuals focused on building a healthier Guyana. Texila American University (TAU) is proud to be part of such a prestigious event and contributed to the cause by creating awareness, providing community services and health check-up.

Read more: https://blog.tauedu.org/texilans-at-health-expo-2018-guyana

HOW TO CHOOSE A CARIBBEAN MEDICAL SCHOOL.

Getting into a medical school is getting more challenging with every passing year. If you are an aspirant from the United States, then you need a GPA of at least 3.5 and a good MCAT score; if you are from India then you will need a NEET score of over 650. In short, depending on the country you belong to, the eligibility and competition will vary. Caribbean medical schools as such are gradually emerging as an alternative to studying medicine by students globally.

 

At present, there are 60 recognized medical schools in the Caribbean that offer quality education at par with global universities. As a student researching on his/her options, it is therefore important to evaluate before deciding on a particular college. Here’s a list of factors to consider before selecting a medical college in the Caribbean!

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How to select a Caribbean Medical College

 

There are several advantages of pursuing MD (equivalent to MBBS) in the Caribbean. Holistic admission processes, affordable tuition fees, and an internally accepted curriculum attract many students from the US, India and other countries to study Medicine in the Caribbean. Let’s have a look at the top 7 questions to ask before selecting a Caribbean medical college for M.D. program

 

Read more: http://blog.tauedu.org/how-to-choose-a-caribbean-medical-school

 

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY – CHALLENGES FOR NURSES.

May 12th is commemorated globally as International Nurses Day and at Texila American University (TAU), we understand the need to spread the word about it.

Nurses are the bedrock of the healthcare system. Nursing is considered as service to humanity that renders hope to everyone and bridges the gap between the sick and healthy, young and old.

 

Public awareness campaigns, such as conferences and talk series play a critical role in promoting the value of nursing among the general public. Today, there are on-campus and online nursing programs available for aspirants to study and pursue this noble profession.

Importance of International Nurses Day

Importance of International Nurses Day

 

The aim of celebrating International Nurses Day is to raise awareness of the important role nurses to play in the society. It helps to highlight the development of nursing as a profession and to keep nursing up to the contemporary standards.

This day serves as a platform where nurses and other important stakeholders can discuss issues affecting them. The celebration also helps them to share knowledge, expertise and best practice nursing care.

 

Read more: http://blog.tauedu.org/international-nurses-day-challenges-for-nurses