 | Date of last change: 01 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 74; Time allotted: 65 min Description: Introduction to influenza: covers basics of virology, seasonal, avian and pandemic influenza Abstract: Recently produced by WHO (see Annex 1 for link). It is a work in progress and may change as circumstances demand. | |
 | Date of last change: May 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 28; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Lecture on outbreak investigation Abstract: The learning objectives are to 1) understand the purpose for investigating animal influenza outbreaks in humans; 2) understand the key steps of the investigation: pre-investigation planning, determine who/when/where/why/how, conclusions and challenges. | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 97; Time allotted: 80 min Description: Pre-investigaiton and Response Planning; Conducting the investigation and creating a report | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 100; Time allotted: 75 min Description: Epidemiology and clinical features of human infection with influenza A (H5N1) virus; clinical assessment, epidemiologic assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of suspected influenza A (H5N1) patients | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 60; Time allotted: 100 min Description: This case study addressed responding to an influenza outbreak in an international setting. | |
 | Date of last change: 6 August 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 13; Time allotted: 20 minutes Description: Captures basics of WHO recommendations on clinical management of patients with the new A (H1N1) virus infection | |
 | Date of last change: 26 February 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 28; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Lecture about the collaboration with the animal section Abstract: The learning objectives are to 1) discuss the relevant animal organizations; 2) describe the difference in roles and responsabilities of the animal health sector vs. the human health sector; 3) list the data required for notification; and 4) describe the information flow of disease ocurrence. | |
 | Date of last change: 28 February 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 4; Time allotted: 10 min Description: Very short lecture on do's and don'ts of media communication Abstract: Crisis communicaton is a dialogue, thus listening to the public is important to better address their concerns. | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 52; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Risk communication principles for speaking to the public during an outbreak of animal/pandemic influenza | |
 | Date of last change: 19 May 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 23; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Lecture discussing communications for pandemic influenza response Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) identify the core elements needed in communication planning for pandemic influenza response; 2) interpret the role and importance of communications during pandemic influenza response operations; and 3) acquire skills in developing and applying appropriate communication strategies/ develop and apply appropriate communication strategies. | |
 | Date of last change: 01 April 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 25; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Lecture discussing rapid containment communications Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) identify the core elements needed in communication planning for rapid containment; 2) interpret the role and importance of communications during rapid containment operations; and 3) acquire skills in developing and applying appropriate communication strategies/ develop and apply appropriate communication strategies. | |
 | Date of last change: 01 April 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 26; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Lecture on the critical factors for decision-making Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) Discuss when to implement an RC strategy; 2) Describe factors affecting the assessment; 3) Describe responsibilities during a containment operation; and 4) Formulate the information needed to decide whether a containment operation should be implemented. | |
 | Date of last change: 6 August 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 10; Time allotted: 20 minutes Description: The presentation provides an overview of the current situation (6 august 2009), describes the epidemiology and characteristics of the pandemic H1N1 2009 and the surveillance recommendations. | |
 | Date of last change: 18 May 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 21; Time allotted: 35 min Description: Ethical considerations in public health; balancing individual liberty with community interests and allocation of scarce resources during a pandemic | |
 | Date of last change: 01 April 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 21; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Lecture to discuss the ethical aspects to consider in rapid containment operations Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) describe the major ethical issues that must be considered in an RC operation; 2) discuss ethical considerations in rapid containment strategies; and 3) develop ways to address the major ethical issues during an RC operation. | |
 | Date of last change: 03 March 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 13; Time allotted: 3 hours total Description: Presentation on role of exercises Abstract: The presentation discusses 1) why exercise; 2) the define-develop-implement-improve process; 3) elements to consider in your own planning; and 4) lessons learned by WHO in other exercises. | |
 | Date of last change: 26 February 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 42; Time allotted: 1 hour Description: Gives an overview on the influenza types, explains the difference between pandemic, epidemic and avian influenza, gives some historic background Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) differentiate between the Influenza A, B and C; 2) describe the characteristics of antigenic drift and shift; 3) list avian influenza control measures in poultry populations; and 4) describe measures to mitigate risk for poultry and outbreak response workers. | |
 | Date of last change: March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 21; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Interactive presentation including group work Abstract: The presentation is the basis for Interactive group work/discussion during which the participants discuss and will be able to explain the difference between seasonal, avian and pandemic influenza. | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 58; Time allotted: 80 min Description: Infection Control and Personal Protective Equipment | |
 | Date of last change: 20 March 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 44; Time allotted: 60 min Description: Presentation on infection control measures to prevent transmission within health care settings Abstract: The learning objectives are to 1) describe basic infection-control principles; and 2) discuss core infection-control measures in health-care settings. | |
 | Date of last change: 1st Quarter 2010 Type of document: Presentation; Time allotted: N.A. Description: The World Health Organization contributes to the development of United Nations Model Regulations for the transport of infectious substances. These Model Regulations are the basis for international and national regulations addressing transport by air, road, rail, sea. In order to ensure that this information is available to shippers of infectious substances, WHO has developed a training course. The course is generally given in a classroom setting, and participants have an opportunity to practice package assembly and completion of shipping documentation. The course is divided into modules addressing the classification, documentation, marking, labelling, packaging of infectious substances, and the preparation of shipments requiring the use of dry ice. The transport of infectious substances is strictly regulated, and training is required. Training contributes to improving compliance with applicable regulations ensuring protection of staff, the public and the environment. Compliance with applicable requirements also significantly increases access to courier and carrier services, and subsequent timely package delivery. | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 74; Time allotted: 60 min Description: Sentinel surveillance for seasonal influenza and other respiratory diseases, building early warning systems for novel and pandemic respiratory viruses | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 55; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Seasonal and pandemic influenza vaccines; covers development and production, safety and effectiveness | |
 | Date of last change: 18 May 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 26; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Lecture on IHR and how Rapid Containment is linked to the regulations Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) explain the application of the IHR decision instrument; 2) interpret the application of the criteria for decision-making in verification and notification of public health events under the IHR 2005; 3) decide when to communicate information of an event to WHO by using the IHR decision instrument; and 4) identify what measures of IHR apply to rapid containment and how to implement them. | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 64; Time allotted: 60 min Description: Laboratory diagnostic tests for influenza and laboratory safety; specimen collection, storage, transport, laboratory data | |
 | Date of last change: 25 Feburary 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 24; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Lecture about how to control animals, food safety Abstract: The learning objectives are to 1) understand the challenges of th animal-human interface; 2) describe the transmission mode between animals and humans; and 3) describe different ways to reduce the transmission. | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 32; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Covers nonpharmaceutical interventions such isolation, quarantine and travel restrictions; CDC and WHO recommendations | |
 | Date of last change: 28 February 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 20; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Lecture on outbreak communications Abstract: Outbreaks are unique public health events. Trust needs to be built with the public. The first announcement is the most critical of all outbreak communication messages. Important elements are transparency, dialogue with the public, planning, and message making. | |
 | Date of last change: 05 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 20; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Lecture on Pandemic Preparedness based on the 2009 WHO guidance document Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) Describe the WHO pandemic preparedness guidance; 2) Discuss the WHO phases, their goals and main actions; and 3) Discuss the WHO recommendations regarding key components of a pandemic preparedness plan. | |
 | Date of last change: 01 April 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 29; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Lecture on Pharmaceutical interventions for Rapid Containment Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) list influenza-specific antivirals and the choice of drug for a rapid containment operation; 2) discuss their characteristics including benefits, contraindications and potential side-effects; 3) discuss the use of vaccines for an RC operation; and 4) discuss options and feasibility of different monitoring approaches for compliance and adverse effects. | |
 | Date of last change: 26 February 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 21; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Lecture about surveillance in animals Abstract: The learning objectives are to 1) describe the goals of surveillance; 2) describe the different elements and standards of national animal surveillance systems; and 3) discuss the different populations (both animal and human) targeted. | |
 | Date of last change: 01 April 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 23; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Lecture to discuss the different measures to reduce influenza transmission Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) describe and discuss the use of various measures to reduce influenza transmission; 2) interpret the rationale, concepts and objectives of these measures; 3) formulate considerations for decision-making regarding when to use which measure; and 4) discuss the challenges of implementing these measures. | |
 | Date of last change: 01 April 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 35; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Lecture to introduce Rapid Containment Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) Differentiate between rapid response and rapid containment; and 2) Define and describe the activities in containment and buffer zones. | |
 | Date of last change: 28 February 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 33; Time allotted: 15 min Description: Lecture on team composition Abstract: The learning objectives are to 1) identify the team members; 2) define the roles and responsibilities of each team member; 3) know how to enhance coordination and communication among team membes; and 4) recognize the standards of ethical conduct for case investigations. | |
 | Date of last change: 18 May 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 17; Time allotted: 20 min Description: An overview lecture on Seasonal, Avian and Pandemic Influenza Abstract: The learning objective is for participants to differentiate between seasonal, avian and pandemic influenza. | |
 | Date of last change: 28 February 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 16; Time allotted: 30 min Description: Lecture on the organizational structure for media communication during an outbreak Abstract: The presentation discusses the strategy, operational guide and training materials for outbreak communication, the organization and functions of the Emergency Communication Coordination Committee. | |
 | Date of last change: 03 March 2008 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 15; Time allotted: 3 hours total Description: Rapid Containment exercise; Pandemic Preparedness Exercise Project Abstract: The objectives of the TTX (case study) are to familiarize participants with operation and conduct of a table top exercise, in order to assess roles, responsibilities, and actions of various government agencies. | |
 | Date of last change: 1 May 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 29; Time allotted: 30 minutes Description: Presentation describing the WHO Pandemic Preparedness Guidance document Abstract: Influenza pandemics are unpredictable but recurring events that can have severe consequences on human health and economic well being worldwide. Advance planning and preparedness are critical to help mitigate the impact of a global pandemic. This presentation discusses the most important aspects from the WHO Pandemic Preparedness Guidance document that serves as a guide to inform and harmonize national and international preparedness and response before, during and after an influenza pandemic. | |
 | Date of last change: 09 March 2009 Type of document: Presentation; Pages: 49; Time allotted: 45 min Description: Zoonotic influenza and highly pathogenic influenza in poultry; prevention and control of avian influenza | |