The Communicable Diseases Awareness for Healthcare Professionals course is designed to provide healthcare providers with a comprehensive understanding of communicable diseases and the tools to prevent, identify, and manage them effectively. Communicable diseases present significant challenges in healthcare settings, requiring proactive measures to safeguard patients, staff, and communities.
This course delves into the epidemiology, transmission mechanisms, and clinical features of common communicable diseases, including Clostridium difficile, meningococcal disease, norovirus, scabies, and varicella-zoster virus. Participants will gain knowledge of evidence-based infection prevention and control strategies, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), implementation of isolation protocols, and outbreak management planning.
