History of Acute Asthma
Ramin Baghai-Ravary
This session examines the history of acute asthma presentation and how it relates to the underlying pathophysiology. It goes on to identify important indicators of acute and life-threatening disease.
Differentiating COPD and Asthma
John Hurst
COPD and asthma are both common conditions that affect the airways and can present in similar ways. It is important to differentiate between the two and understand how this can be done. This session is designed to address these questions.
The Difference Between BiPAP and CPAP
Phil Raines
This session discusses the principle differences between bi-level positive airways pressure (BiPAP) and continuous positive airways pressure (CPAP), and provides a brief summary as to how they work and when to use them.
Management of Drug Induced Breathlessness
Elora Mukherjee
This session discusses the investigation and management of patients with drug induced breathlessness, a commonly overlooked presentation with potentially long-term adverse drug effects. The session looks at how to interpret test results to confirm the diagnosis and how best to manage the patient thereafter.
Definition and Description of Bronchiectasis
Gaurav Agarwal
This session describes bronchiectasis and its causes.
Non-drug Management of Breathlessness
Tim Peel
This session reviews non-drug interventions within an integrated approach to the management of breathlessness.
Drug-induced Cough and Bronchospasm
Salman Haider
This session reviews the possible presentations of drug-induced cough and its causes.
Presenting Features of Pulmonary Embolism
Amy Daniel
Pulmonary embolism is difficult to detect because patients present with a wide array of symptoms and signs. This session will highlight the breadth of clinical presentations and which signs and symptoms are common in particular age groups.
Sickle Cell Anaemia: Disease Complications and Therapeutic Interventions
Dr Garrick Laudin
The talk focuses mainly on the multi-organ involvement by sickle cell disease (SCD)/ sickle cell anaemia (SSA) as well as awareness and screening of the disease complications. A brief overview of transfusion therapy and other therapeutic modalities in the management of sickle cell anaemia will be undertaken.
Showcase of a Community Quality Improvement Model for Maternal and Child Health Services in Kenya
Rachel Ambalu
Maternal and child health outcomes in Kenya has for a long time been hindered by poor quality and underutilization of services particularly in low-income and rural households. In Kenya, guidelines have been developed and activities undertaken aimed at improving the quality of health services in health facilities and communities.....
Trauma-Informed HIV Care: Meeting People Where They Are
Samantha V Hill, Tiara Willie, David Koren, Darryl C Branch, Brad Boyette, Kristi Kay Orbaugh, Gabriela Andonie
0.25 Hours
Trauma is pervasive among people with HIV and, when unaddressed, negatively impacts engagement in care and overall health outcomes. Tune in as experts in HIV and mental health hold discussions, featuring: • A patient testimonial sharing lived experiences • How to incorporate trauma screening into holistic HIV care • Best....
Protecting Black Women From HIV: An Educational Toolkit for Enhancing Sexual Wellness
Oni J Blackstock, Ricardo Correa, Abimbola Farinde, Joyce M Knestrick
1.00 Hours
Rising rates of new HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among Black women highlight the need for improving awareness and access to preventative services. This toolkit provides resources for you to lead interactive educational sessions aimed at empowering Black women to confidently advocate for their sexual health. The....
Multidrug-Resistant HIV: Tailoring Treatment for Challenging Cases
Sorana Segal-Maurer,Onyema Ogbuagu, David Koren, Brad Boyette, Kristi Kay Orbaugh, and Gabriela Andonie
1.00 Hours
Antiretroviral drug resistance poses persistent challenges to achieving viral suppression. As HIV treatment options rapidly evolve, providers need to stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements to deliver individualized approaches while fostering long-term engagement and adherence. Tune in and gain insights from two di....
Maximizing Multiple Myeloma Care: What Haematology/Oncology Teams Need to Know About Bispecific Antibodies
Ajai Chari, Brad Boyette, Ricardo Correa, Joyce M Knestrick
0.50 Hours
Integrating bispecific antibodies (bsAbs) for multiple myeloma (MM) into clinical practice requires coordinated efforts and comprehensive knowledge. In this on-demand video, expert faculty will guide hematology/oncology care teams, as well as internists/hospitalists, through practical strategies for coordinating bsAb referrals a....
Advancing Evidence-Based Immunotherapy Treatment in Early-Stage Melanoma
John M Kirkwood, Jason J Luke, Donna M Chiefari, Ricardo Correa, Stephanie Joyce
2.00 Hours
The treatment landscape for early-stage melanoma has seen an exciting shift with the advent of immunotherapy in the adjuvant setting for patients who have had early-stage tumors resected. In this on-demand video, join an expert-led discussion of the latest clinical data, guideline recommendations, adverse event management, an....
Antibody-Drug Conjugates in Breast Cancer
Sara A Hurvitz, Aditya Bardia, Douglas S Burgoyne, Kelly Valla, Mark A Rubin, Annette Sophin, Michele B Kaufman
1.00 Hours
Antibody-drug conjugates offer a more targeted approach to treatment, with fewer side effects than traditional systemic therapies. Make sure your team understands how these agents fit into the current treatment landscape by tuning in to Part 3 of our Breast Cancer Hot Topics series! Leading breast cancer experts will review:....
Precision Targeting in Acute Myeloid Leukemia: Optimizing Disease-Informed, Patient-Centered Care
Catherine E Lai, Joshua F Zeidner, Ryan J Atkinson, Judith R Sands, Annette Sophin, and Stephanie Joyce
1.00 Hours
The treatment landscape for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is rapidly evolving, leaving clinicians with the task of creating individualized treatment plans incorporating molecular and genetic testing results. Tune in to hear expert faculty as they examine the latest clinical evidence for novel therapies and share strategies for....
Assessing the Intra-oral Soft Tissues
Nicholas Goodger
This session describes the processes for performing intra-oral examinations, and the reasons for carrying them out.
Common classifications and indices of occlusion and malocclusion
Philip Benson
This session will introduce you to the common classifications and indices of occlusion and malocclusion. It will include the concept of ideal occlusion and that malocclusion is simply a biological variation rather than a disease.
Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Why it Matters
Dr Fatima Abu Amna, Dr Jenny Atkinson, Laura Brodetsky, Dr Ruth Butterworth, Dr Sarita Dewan, Dr Phillipa Gardner,Dr Lisa Marsland-Hall, Dr Aaron McMeekin, Dr Ipsy Mukherjee, Katie Reid, Dr Kirsty Pratt, Dr Helen Stevens, Dr Catherine Tighe, Dr Lisa Wardl
This session takes a look at the perinatal period and why it is unique and important in terms of outcomes for families.
Introduction to Public Health
Sammer Tang
This session will explore the meaning of the term "public health" and consider how public health has evolved over time. Later, it will identify the various domains of public health and examine the role of paramedics in supporting public health.
Removal and Disposal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
National Health Service
Public Health England (PHE): Removal and disposal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – This video shows how to safely doff (or remove) the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) specific to COVID-19. This guidance outlines infection control for healthcare providers assessing possible cases of COVID-19. It should be used in conj....
Management of Seizures
Lara Alloway
Acute seizure activity (also commonly known as convulsions) is one of the few situations considered a medical emergency for end of life care patients. It requires urgent intervention. This session provides a framework for the immediate management and longer term treatment of acute seizures. This session was reviewed by Sarah....
Resuscitation Adult - Level 2
National Health Service
This session meets the statutory and mandatory training requirements and learning outcomes for Resuscitation Adult Level 2 in the Core Skills Training Framework (England) v1.1.
The Different Approaches in Assessing the Child Patient
Kathryn Harley, Sanjeev Sood and Gillian Richardson
This session describes the dental assessment and examination of children and adolescents. It will cover all aspects of the assessment process and appropriate age-related behaviour management techniques.