The successful implementation of the full medication traceability in a Brazilian hospital
Fátima Silvana Furtado Gérolin
The webinar audience is all stakeholders who wish to learn the challenges and benefits of creating full traceability for medication in a high risk IC-Unit.
Current and emerging diagnostic tests available for the novel COVID-19 global pandemic
Gerald Mboowa
Infectious diseases are still a major threat in the world today. In the current case of the coronavirus global pandemic 2019, healthcare systems have the challenge of massive testing, isolating (quarantine) those suspected of being exposed to the virus, re-testing (at the end of the viral incubation period), treating and managin....
Epidemiology of mental health problems in COVID-19: a review
Md. Mahbub Hossain,Samia Tasnim,Abida Sultana,Farah Faizah,Hoimonty Mazumder,Liye Zou,E. Lisako J. McKyer,Helal Uddin Ahmed,Ping Ma
The novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus has become a pandemic with a growing number of cases globally. Previous studies suggest that depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse, increased suicidal tendencies, and PTSD commonly follow major economic crises or natural disasters. The psycholo....
HIV index testing services in urban Lusaka: a review of medical records
Cibangu Katamba
According to the 2018 UNAIDS Global AIDS Update. According to the ZAMPHIA 2016 fact sheet. The cornerstone for achieving the UNAIDS 90-90-90 targets by 2020 begins with PLHIV knowing their status. As the proportions of those living with HIV who do not know their HIV infection status decrease, reaching the remaining few who are a....
Maintaining Cold Chain
Mr Levi Chifwaila
Cold chain is a system of storing and transporting vaccines at recommended temperatures from the point of manufacture to the point of use. Without it, all vaccines lose potency over time, especially if exposed to heat, some also lose their potency when frozen. The cold chain system can enhance the on-going quality, safety and e....
Oral Health: a dialogue with nursing and midwifery educators across Africa
Jill ILIFFE
The webinar will consist of a presentation on oral health which stresses the importance of oral health to general health; the role of nurses and midwives in improving oral health by providing oral health information and assessment; and the responsibility of nursing and midwifery educators to maintain current knowledge about oral....
Principles of Care for Children with Sickle Cell Disease
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) & ADRA Canada
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder and lifelong illness that can affect all systems of the body. Early diagnosis and good quality of care can significantly improve health outcomes for individuals with SCD. Through the learning pathway, health care professionals will gain a foundational understanding o....
Approach to Chest Pain
Dr. Lin Jun-Xian
This session will highlight the differential diagnoses of chest pain. It will also cover a section on understanding the pathophysiology of chest pain. The session further provides a good overview of the approach to a patient with chest pain with a focus on key diagnoses not to miss.
The practice of hand hygiene among Health professionals
Abigail Nyarkoa Owusu
This course generally covers the definition, techniques, how and when to practice hand hygiene. Maintaining good hygiene level is important for staying healthy and avoiding diseases. Many illnesses can be contracted by touching certain surfaces, passing on bacteria or viruses that has been deposited on the surfaces. This is one....
Preparing for the Future: Developing Comprehensive Epidemic Preparedness and Response Plans
Prof Omosivie Maduka
Epidemics past and present provide us with an opportunity to prepare for the future, but are we doing enough, or will future epidemics catch us off-guard again?
Management of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Dr Daniel Kaonga
This lecture will discuss some common sexually transmitted diseases, their diagnoses and management guidelines.
Schizophrenia Month Frontline Webinar
Dr. Delali Fiagbe, Dr. Pearl Adu-Nyarko and Dr. Delali Fiagbe
Schizophrenia Case Study Discussions & Best Practice Sharing
Substance Abuse and illicit trafficking
Dr. Susan Kinyek
Learn about how how corruption can impact efforts to address substance abuse within healthcare systems, how it may lead to the provision of substandard or ineffective treatment for substance abuse and thrive in environments where there is a lack of oversight and accountability.
ACMT Activities
Gloria J. Baciewic and Timothy J. Wiegand
These enduring webinars are written and presented by physicians board-certified in medical toxicology and others with recognized expertise in the specialty. Many of them are presented in a moderated case-based discussion.
Affordable and Quality Primary Health Care Services
Rachel Ambalu
Kenya has committed to accelerate the attainment of UHC which aims at ensuring that all Kenyans access and receive essential quality health services without suffering financial hardship. UHC Kenya recognizes the digitization of health information systems to obtain real-time data to inform decision-making for patients. From 2017....
Ethical Issues in the Care of the Older Persons
Miriam Carole Atieno Wagoro
With advancements in healthcare technology, the population of older persons is increasing. The dependent nature of the older person, chronic life-limiting conditions and the imminence of death raise special health and ethical concerns in their care. The lecture on "Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Persons" will focus on the e....
Bereavement Care in Maternity
Lauren Petrie
A presentation to discuss maternity bereavement care. Discussion points around current practice, education, effects on women and families following pregnancy loss including mental health.
Mental Health and Wellness in Primary Care
Dr Tijani Oseni
Common mental health conditions in primary care and their management.
Ultrasound - Abdominal
Peter Cantin, Glenda Toach, Zahir Amin, Douglas Pendse, Jane Smith, Pamela Parker, Karen Heggs, Angela Rogers, Simon John, Freeman, Hazel Edwards, Bob Jarman, Jane Belfield, Steven Powell, Terry Humphrey, David Horton, David Lewis
These sessions consider the role of ultrasound in investigating thoracic and abdominal conditions and discusses its value alongside other imaging modalities. General anatomy is reviewed along with normal appearances, normal variants and common abnormalities. Tips on equipment use, technique and reporting will be offered. Anat....
Holistic And Integrated Approach to Giving Newborns the Best Start to Life
Dr Mercy Wanjala
The eco-bio-psycho-social-spiritual model integrates various dimensions of human experience, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to health. This model is particularly relevant in ensuring newborns have the best start in life, focusing on prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods. The connection between the health of t....
Pathology of Cervical Cancer
Dr Kay Park, Dr Nadeem Abu-Rustum and Prof Edwin Wiredu
- Update on Modern Surgical Approaches for Stage I Cervical Cancer Describe the evolution of precision surgery in stage I cervical cancer with selection criteria for conservative surgery and sentinel node mapping - Cervical Cancer: A Practical Approach to Measuring Tumor Size and Differentiating HPV-Associated from HPV-Indep....
Medical Errors
Mr Samuel Nowa
Medication errors have been reported in different healthcare settings across the world. Even though they can be avoided, the need for getting knowledge on how to avoid them is inevitable. Addressing medication errors can help to improve public health in general. This lecture will cover some of the aspects related to me....
Nursing program accreditation and its quality implication
Dr. Mignote Hailu
Accreditation in nursing programs is a critical process that ensures educational institutions meet established quality standards, which directly impacts the quality of nursing education and, consequently, healthcare delivery. Creating discussion , engaging nurse educators and accreditors in this area Of nursing