Medical symposiums held at Bursa Uludağ and Van Yüzüncü Yıl Universities

Bursa Uludağ University (BUÜ) hosted a scientific symposium titled “Breast Milk: From Molecular Foundations to Clinic” at the Prof. Dr. Mete Cengiz Culture Center. Approximately 500 participants, including academics, health professionals, and students from various cities in Turkey, attended the event to discuss the role of breast milk in healthy infant growth and development.

Experts at the symposium highlighted the importance of antibodies and bioactive components in breast milk for strengthening the infant immune system. Discussions also covered maternal nutrition, safe medication use during breastfeeding, the importance of breastfeeding counseling, and the mother-infant bond.

In Van, Van Yüzüncü Yıl University (YYÜ) Dursun Odabaş Medical Center organized a Child Health and Diseases Symposium. The event aims to share the latest developments in pediatrics and strengthen professional solidarity among medical experts.

Prof. Dr. Kamuran Karaman, Chief Physician of the Dursun Odabaş Medical Center, stated that such scientific activities directly improve the quality of health services. The two-day symposium covers critical topics including neonatology, infection, cardiology, emergency intervention, allergy, and nutrition.