ABSTRACT
To explore the prevalent morbidity problems among students at King Faisal University. To identify the nature of referred cases and assess the efficiency of the referral system. This was a retrospective, records-based descriptive study, involving the examination of the health records of students at King Faisal University, who attended the Medical Center for Primary Health Care services in a five-year period. A pre-tested compilation sheet was used for data collection. Out of 2472 consultations, about 58% of the diagnosed morbidity conditions were of infectious nature, mostly affecting the respiratory [62%], dental [14%], gastrointestinal [7%], and skin infections [5%], with more prevalence among males. The non-infectious morbidity conditions were recorded more among females and included muscle and joints problems [16%], allergic conditions [15%], gastrointestinal [8%], and trauma [5%]. Some of the encountered morbidity demonstrated seasonal variation. Case referrals were about 6%, more in the non-infectious conditions, with a deficient feedback system. Quality improvement of the medical records and the establishment of a proper referral system are necessary. Health education on preventable morbid conditions should be organized and implemented