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Ebola Preparedness in East Africa – Clinical Recognition, Prevention and Health System Readiness
Starting on:
Oct 9, 2026
Ending on:
Dec 31, 2028
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Ebola Preparedness in East Africa – Clinical Recognition, Prevention and Health System Readiness

Starting on:
Oct 9, 2026
Ending on:
Dec 31, 2028
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Description

This CME examines Ebola Virus Disease preparedness in East Africa, focusing on clinical recognition, transmission prevention, and health system readiness. It covers the identification of suspected cases, common clinical manifestations, infection prevention and control, case reporting, isolation, contact tracing, and referral procedures. Participants will explore outbreak surveillance, emergency response coordination, risk communication, and strategies for protecting healthcare workers and communities. The course emphasizes evidence-based approaches to early detection, effective outbreak management, and strengthening health system capacity to respond to potential Ebola outbreaks.

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By the end of this course, participants should be able to: Recognize the clinical signs and symptoms of Ebola Virus Disease and identify suspected cases using established case definitions. Explain the modes of transmission and apply appropriate infection prevention and control measures to minimize exposure and prevent the spread of Ebola. Describe the procedures for early case identification, notification, isolation, contact tracing, and referral in suspected Ebola cases. Evaluate health system preparedness and outline the roles of healthcare professionals in surveillance, outbreak response, risk communication, and community engagement in East Africa.

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