Good Health & Well Being
Good Health & Well Being
3.1.1 Overview
Covenant University is dedicated to promoting Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being. Through education, research, partnerships, and impactful health initiatives, we strive to create a healthier community both within and beyond the university and local community
3.2.1. Commitment to Good Health and Well-Being
At Covenant University, we strive to foster healthy living and enhanced well-being for all by integrating health-focused initiatives into our academic and operational framework. Our goal is to address local and global health challenges through education, innovation, and community engagement.
Covenant University medical Centre opened her doors to receive patients after commissioning by the Chancellor of Covenant University, Dr. David O. Oyedepo on the 22nd of November 2014. The Centre is equipped with state of the art equipment worthy of a world class University. The Medical Centre is a 70 bed hospital with about 10 specialist areas.
Covenant University Medical Centre provides free annual health checks for faculty and staff, alongside paid medical services for the wider community.
Following our commitment to good health and well being, Covenant University has aided in the renovation of community health centers, including the Iju-Ota Health Centre. This serves to enhance healthcare delivery in underserved areas.
3.2.2. Health Education and Awareness
Covenant University educate local communities through regular health campaigns, workshops and seminars aimed at promoting awareness about topics like nutrition, disease prevention, mental health and sexual health.
Partnerships with organizations such as Rotary International, African Network for Preventive Health and Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas (ANPA) offer weeklong medical missions and screenings for the community.
Breast and prostate cancer awareness programs conducted in collaboration with Beulah World, CAPTC and CApIC-ACE have had a significant impact on local health outcomes. It has also sensitized local residents on the importance of regular health checks and screening.
Outreach programs such as the World Malaria Day Campaign underline Covenant University’s commitment to community health.
3.2.3. Research and Innovation
Faculty-led research projects focus on addressing global health challenges, including precision oncology and genomics organized by CApIC-ACE.
Collaborative research partnerships with institutions like Illumina, St. George’s University, and Northeastern University foster innovation in life sciences and healthcare.
3.2.2. Strategic Parnerships
- Collaborations with NGOs and organizations like Korapay strengthen healthcare delivery systems.
- Programs focusing on leadership and development within the health sector are integrated into the curriculum.
3.3.1. Approcach Towards Achieving Good Health and Well-Being
- Engagement with the Community
Regular medical outreach programs and partnerships with local and international organizations amplify the university’s impact on public health. - Student Involvement
Students actively participate in health initiatives, gaining exposure to real-world challenges and solutions.
3.4.1. Future Goals
- Expand Health Education
Increase community engagement through more workshops, seminars, and educational outreach initiatives. - Enhance Research Capacity
Strengthen research collaborations to explore innovative healthcare solutions, particularly for diseases prevalent in Africa. - Deepen Partnerships
Forge new alliances with health organizations and industry leaders to improve healthcare access and delivery.
Join us
Covenant University welcomes partnerships, support, and engagement in our efforts to achieve good health and well-being for all. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the health of our communities.