Update: 20th March 2020 – SZTE Epidemic Hospital Has Been Opened
In accordance with the resolutions of the Ministry of Human Capacities of Hungary, an epidemic hospital and center has been established in the Western park of Albert Szent-Györgyi Healthcare Centre of the University of Szeged, widely known as Hospital no. II (II-es kórház), at 57 Kálvária sgt., Szeged.
With reference to the pace of the coronavirus outbreak in the region, the of Albert Szent-Györgyi Healthcare Centre of the University of Szeged is prepared for the arrival of possible infected, as well as in-patient and intensive unit care related to the disease.
The Western park of the hospital complex , at 57 Kálvária sgt. is ideal to be used as an epidemic hospital since separation from other patients being treated by other hospital units of the Healthcare Centre is fully ensured. The spread of the disease is impossible as separated patient corridors have been established. CT scans, tools for intensive care and technical facilities were originally at disposal at the hospital.
A substantial restructuring of the current healthcare system was necessary to establish the epidemic hospital. A so-called secondary Emergency Department specialized in suspected infections has been developed in the room of former department of communicable diseases. Seven beds at the intensive care unit with medical ventilators are at disposal. In addition, for capacity extension reasons, surgery units have been converted into intensive care units, with 27 beds and ventilators. Two operating rooms are reserved for the treatment of patients contracted with coronavirus. In the case of a development in the epidemic situation, the capacities of the hospital can be substantially expanded.
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The clinical units currently operating in the building at Kálvária sgt.: the Department of Urology, the Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, and the Department of Oral, Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery have temporarily been moved out of the building, and the Psychiatric Clinic is in the process of being relocated. Details of the move can be found on the clinics' websites: www.klinikaikozpont.u-szeged.hu webpage.
Protective equipment for the protection of health workers - FFP2 and FFP3 masks, face shields, protective goggles and protective suite - in sufficient quantities are available in times of need. Health professionals at the Albert Szent-Györgyi Health Center estimated how many would volunteer in the newly established epidemiological care center - in line with the ratio of the coronavirus spreading. The positive feedback received from the health care professionals is testament to the high levels of professionalism in our state.
Resolutions and useful links:
Useful links and other resolutions:
Resolution for rectorial break
Modification of the spring break by the Rector
1/2020 (III.06.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
2/2020 (III.09.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
3/2020 (III.09.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
4/2020. (III.11.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
5/2020. (III.11.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
6/2020. (III.11.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
7/2020. (III.11.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
8/2020 (III.12.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
9/2020. (III.15.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
10/2020. (III.16.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
Spreadsheet attached to the 10/2020. (III.16.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
11/2020 (III.17.) Circular of the Coronavirus Operative Committee
General procedure on coronavirus issued by the National Public Health Service of Hungary here.
Informative video on coronavirus of WHO here.
WHO advices on hand washing here.
Previously in this topic:
Further Measures Have Been Introduced Concerning the Coronavirus at the University of Szeged
UPDATE 10th March 2020: Most Important Measures Concerning the Coronavirus Disease
UPDATED 11th March 2020: Educational break at the University of Szeged
Updated on the 12th March 2020: Measures Imposed with Immediate Effect at the University of Szeged
Updated: 12th March 2020 – Measures Applying to Events at the University of Szeged
Updated: 13th March 2020 - Information on Areas Affected with COVID-19 virus
Update 15th March 2020 - Postponement of Patient Care Not Requiring Immediate Medical Care
Updated: 16th March 2020 – Online education at the University of Szeged
Update: 17th March 2020 – New Measures on Employment
Update: 17th March 2020 – Special Measures on Students
Update: 18th March, 2020 - Bilingual chatbot extends student information at SZTE
SZTE Experience
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I am a PhD student and a Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holder from the Philippines. I am currently pursuing my PhD in Environmental Science and I happen to be in my 3rd year of studies. I chose University of Szeged because its one of the top ranked research university in Hungary known for its good reputation in the fields of health and natural sciences. Coming from the Philippines with a warm climate, I had huge preference of Szeged for my studies, the city having the most rays of sunshine and considered to be the warmest place in Hungary. I would advise all the prospective students to join University of Szeged’s diverse and vibrant community! Don’t be afraid to leave your comfort zone, try to find and establish your niche in a new place like what I did. I didn’t regret coming to Szeged as it continuously provides me an enabling learning environment for various reasons, has affordable cost of living, very safe and calm university town, organized transport system, beautiful and clean surroundings with the very sightly Tisza River which adds to its appeal, and also holds many festivals throughout the year. After graduation, I am planning to go back to my home institution and continue my teaching duties at the University of the Philippines Los Baños
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My name is Olney Rodrigues de Oliveira and I am from Brazil. I am currently pursuing my PhD studies in the Doctoral School of Education at SZTE. I chose the University of Szeged because it’s one of the best universities in Europe, especially in the field of education. I personally love Szeged because it is safe and I love the architecture, the cultural events, the local Market Mars Tér and so many other beautiful destinations. For my studies I wanted to have an excellent university in a good quality life city and Szeged offers me that. It’s neither too big nor too small, I can ride my bike to go to my classes and practically everything is within a walking distance. I would advise the prospective students to enjoy the city during their stay, the cultural and historical events, know other international students and make a lot of friends, visit other cities in Hungary and make good memories. I am pretty sure that you will be proud of this priceless experience. Before coming to Hungary I worked several years as a teacher. I love the academic environment, the libraries, relationship with students and the feeling to be involved in the acquisition of new knowledge. That is why I plan to be part of a University as a professor as well as to keep researching in different aspects of the process of education. I am so thankful to be here and I believe that the Universe brought me to Szeged because the city and the University are the experience that I need in my life now.
