Wednesday, February 5, 2025

GHHS announces Solidarity Week activities

The University of South Alabama chapter of the Arnold P. Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society (GHHS) will celebrate Solidarity Week for Compassionate Patient Care, a national initiative designed to remind students and healthcare employees of the importance of compassion in medicine.

Activities planned for the week:

Together Tuesday, Feb. 11:
Our goal is to engage with patients and their support systems by distributing beads, stickers, refreshments, and snacks, fostering a sense of encouragement and community. We plan to visit all the patient floors and waiting areas. 

9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Children's & Women's Hospital – Meet in the student lounge before going throughout the hospital.

1 p.m. at University Hospital – Meet outside Karen Braswell's office before heading through the hospital.

Thankful Thursday, Feb. 13:

This day is dedicated to showing appreciation for hospital staff by handing out beads, stickers, and small gifts.

8 a.m. at University Hospital – Meet outside Karen Braswell's office before going throughout the hospital.

Learn more about Solidarity Week.