{"id":1267,"date":"2026-07-13T23:00:47","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T22:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mediaconversation.com\/?p=1267"},"modified":"2026-07-13T23:00:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T22:00:47","slug":"delsu-health-centre-improves-service-amod-growing-student-population","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mediaconversation.com\/?p=1267","title":{"rendered":"DELSU Health Centre Improves Service Amod Growing Student Population"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>By Dumebi Sunday<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Delta State University, DELSU, School Hospital in Abraka continues to provide essential healthcare services to students and staff, even as the university community grapples with increasing pressure on the facility due to a growing student population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During a visit to the hospital, it was observed that the facility offers treatment for common illnesses such as malaria, typhoid fever, headaches, respiratory infections, and minor injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hospital also provides medical consultations, basic laboratory tests, emergency care, and health education services to members of the university community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many students who spoke with our correspondent expressed satisfaction with the quality of care they receive from the medical staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They noted that doctors and nurses attend to patients professionally and ensure that those who visit the hospital receive proper attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, some students raised concerns about long waiting times, especially during peak periods when the number of patients is high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They called on the university management to employ more medical personnel and provide additional equipment to reduce delays and improve service delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A staff member of the hospital, who spoke on condition of anonymity, emphasized the importance of good health to academic performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The staff member urged students to visit the hospital whenever they feel unwell instead of resorting to self-medication, which can worsen health conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hospital management said it has continued to promote health awareness on campus through campaigns focused on personal hygiene, disease prevention, and healthy living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Posters and sensitization programmes are regularly used to educate students on how to avoid common illnesses, particularly during the rainy season when cases of malaria and typhoid tend to increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the university\u2019s student population continuing to grow each session, students have appealed to the school authorities to invest more in the hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They said that upgrading the facility with more drugs, modern equipment, and additional doctors and nurses will ensure that quality healthcare is accessible to everyone on campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite the challenges, the DELSU School Hospital remains a critical part of the university system, providing timely medical intervention and supporting the wellbeing of students and staff throughout the academic session.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Dumebi Sunday The Delta State University, DELSU, School Hospital in Abraka continues to provide essential healthcare services to students and staff, even as the university community grapples with increasing pressure on the facility due to a growing student population. 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