   | Description: Introduction to influenza: covers basics of virology, seasonal, avian and pandemic influenza Abstract: The learning objectives are 1) describe the characteristics of influenza infection in humans; 2) understand different types of influenza viruses and how they can infect humans and animals; 3) describe the ways that influenza viruses can change or mutate. |
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 | 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. |
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 | Description: Infection control and personal protective equipment Abstract: The learning objectives are 1) discuss the principles of infection control; 2) illuminate routes of transmission; 3) describe standard precautions and transmission-based Precautions; 4) describe how to prevent transmission of avian or pandemic influenza |
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 | Pages: 182; Description: The book strengthens education and research in public health. Abstract: The book provides an introduction to the basic principles and methods of epidemiology. It is intended for a wide audience, including professionals in the health and environment field involved in in-service training courses, undergraduate medical students and students in other health professions. |
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 | Description: Pre-investigaiton and response planning; conducting the investigation and creating a report Abstract: The learning objectives are 1) describe when and how to prepare for the investigation of suspected human H5N1 cases; 2) illuminate the objectives of outbreak investigation of suspected, probable, or confirmed H5N1 cases; 3) outline the mechanics of an outbreak investigation of suspected, probable, or confirmed H5N1 cases; 4) describe how to analyze and communicate findings from case investigations. |
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 | Pages: 60; Description: Presentation: this case study provides a step-by-step understanding of how to investigate outbreaks of H5N1 in humans in an international setting. Abstract: The learning objectives are 1) describe key outbreak management issues that need to be addressed; 2) list appropriate practices and procedures related to investigation of H5N1 in humans; 3) identify critical coordination priorities and communication processes. |
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 | Description: Captures basics of WHO recommendations on clinical management of patients with the new A (H1N1) virus infection |
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 | 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 responsibilities 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 occurrence. |
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 | 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. |
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 | 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. |
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 | 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. |
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 | 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. |
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 | Description: Ethical considerations in public health; balancing individual liberty with community interests and allocation of scarce resources during a pandemic Abstract: The learning objectives are 1) describe the major ethical issues that must be considered when responding to pandemic influenza 2) discuss ethical considerations in pandemic influenza response strategies; 3) develop ways to address the major ethical issues during pandemic influenza response. |
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 | 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. |
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 | Description: Interactive presentation including group work on different types of influenza virus. 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, animal and pandemic influenza. Related documents:
Interactive Session on Basic Influenza Issues - Facilitators Explanation |
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 | Pages: 28; Description: The "Action planning" module is the last of the ten modules contained in the training course on "Development of programmes for prevention and control of seasonal influenza". Abstract: At the end of this session participants should be able to: 1) critically debate action planning as a tool for the design /redesign and implementation of a programme for the prevention and control of HSI; 2) critically review a series of tools designed to facilitate action planning; 3) critically apply one element of the action planning process for HSI protection and control to participants own area of practice. |
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 | Pages: 73; Description: The "Human Seasonal Influenza Introduction to the Programme" module is the first of the ten modules contained in the training course on "Development of programmes for prevention and control of seasonal influenza". Abstract: This session aims to introduce the overall objectives of the program as follows: 1) to offer a flexible and dynamic programme that prepares participants to advance and facilitate expertise within their own working environment or professional area relevant to the prevention and control of human seasonal influenza; 2) to facilitate the development of participants’ knowledge and skills. This will enable them to deliver appropriate professional training programmes and strategies for the prevention of human seasonal influenza. |
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 | Pages: 60; Description: The "Human Seasonal Influenza Programme Planning" module is the second of the ten modules contained in the training course on "Development of programmes for prevention and control of seasonal influenza". Abstract: At the end of this module, participants should be able to: 1) review the national and global agenda underpinning the rational for an immunization programme for the prevention and control of HSI; 2) discuss the components of a plan to increase uptake of HSI vaccine within a multi-agency framework; 3) critically debate “Settings” as a tool to increase the uptake of HSI vaccine within a multi-agency framework; 4) critically explore the major programme components when implementing a vaccine programme for the prevention and control of HIS. |
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 | Pages: 61; Description: The "Surveillance systems and epidemiological studies" module is the third of the ten modules contained in the training course on "Development of programmes for prevention and control of seasonal influenza". Abstract: At the end of this module, participants should be able to: a) Surveillance systems; 1) critically analyse rationale for utilising methods of surveillance and monitoring for Influenza-Like Illnesses (ILI) in a given population; 2) critically debate the use of surveillance systems including data and statistical models to estimate the burden of HSI disease; 3) evaluate the context and impact of HSI disease in primary, secondary care and laboratory based settings; 4) evaluate the context and impact of HSI disease in laboratory based settings; b) Epidemiological data and studies: 1) utilise epidemiological data to plan and implement programmes for the prevention and control of HSI; 2) apply principles of data collection and analysis in the conduct of epidemiological studies; 3) consolidate critical appraisal skills in relation to epidemiological studies and the process of validation. |
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