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SUMMARY:WHO Online Course - Diagnosis and clinical management of dengue
DESCRIPTION:INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE\nDengue is a viral infectious disease and represents one of the main reasons for medical consultation in health units in the countries and territories of the Americas. Recognizing and clinically diagnosing the disease early and offering timely and appropriate treatment can mean the difference between life and death for those suffering from the disease. For this reason\, it is necessary that the medical personnel in charge of caring for cases with suspected dengue are properly trained and sensitized in the management of these patients. \nTo this end\, the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO)\, in joint work with the Global Health Consortium\, Robert Stempel School of Public Health and Social Work at Florida International University (FIU )\, have developed the first online course for the diagnosis and clinical management of dengue. \nThis course was developed with a comprehensive vision and is divided into seven modules that include epidemiological information on dengue\, pathophysiology of clinical manifestations\, clinical diagnosis and differential diagnosis\, classification of severity\, recommendations for the management of dengue according to its severity and in patients. with comorbidities. In addition\, the course offers basic aspects on the organization and reorganization of health services during dengue epidemics\, which also plays an important role in saving the lives of patients. \nPURPOSE\nThe purpose of this course is to provide health personnel in charge of caring for suspected cases of dengue with the necessary information to make a timely diagnosis and clinical management\, avoiding progression to severe forms and deaths caused by this disease. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\nAt the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nDemonstrate familiarity with the epidemiology of dengue.\nDescribe the pathophysiological features of dengue.\nRecognize the clinical manifestations of dengue and make a differential clinical diagnosis.\nDefine the case\, recognize the warning signs and classify according to the severity of dengue.\nApply recommendations for the treatment of dengue according to its severity.\nKnow the main aspects of dengue associated with comorbidities and special conditions.\nExplain the need and means for reorganization of health services during a dengue outbreak.\n\nRECIPIENTS\nThe course is aimed at specialist doctors\, general practitioners\, nursing staff\, as well as medical and nursing students\, and all personnel who in one way or another are involved in the care of patients with suspected dengue\, in all areas. levels of health care\, but mainly at the first level of care. \nCOURSE DURATION\nApproximately 20 hours. \nCOURSE MODALITY\nSelf-learning course\, free\, open to the public and without deadlines to complete it. \nCOURSE STRUCTURE \n\nIntroduction Module\nModule 1: Dengue Epidemiology\nModule 2: Pathophysiology of clinical manifestations\nModule 3: Clinical manifestations\nModule 4: Case definition and severity classification\nModule 5: Recommendations for treatment\nModule 6: Dengue associated with comorbidities and special conditions\nModule 7: Organization and reorganization of health services\n\nACCESS TO COURSE: Please access the course by clicking on this link. \nREFERENCES \n\nDengue: guidelines for the care of patients in the Region of the Americas. 2nd ed.\nHealth Information Platform for the Americas (PLISA): dengue
URL:https://caribgp.org/event/who-online-course-diagnosis-and-clinical-management-of-dengue/
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SUMMARY:Ministry of Health and Wellness 16th Annual National Health Research Conference\, 2025.
DESCRIPTION:Dear Colleagues\, \nMark your Calendar-MOHW-16th NHRC 2025-CFA-Opening Soon \nThe Ministry of Health and Wellness is pleased to remind you to mark your calendar for the Ministry’s 16th Annual National Health Research Conference\, 2025. \nThe 16th Annual National Health Research Conference (virtual) will be held November 19-21\, 2025\, Wednesday to Friday. \nNHRC 2025 will be an excellent opportunity for clinicians\, nurses\, healthcare workers\, principal investigators\, researchers and graduate students to learn\, connect and experience: \n\nExpert presentations\nInformative scientific sessions\nWorkshops and much more\n\nPlease save the date to your calendar and share on your website and notice boards. \nLook out for our Call for Abstracts opening soon: https://www.moh.gov.jm/nhrc-submit/ \nThank you for your kind consideration. \nRegards\, \n  \nMs. Tanielle Mullings  \nResearch Officer  \nMinistry of Health and Wellness (MOHW)\, \nEpidemiological Research and Analysis Unit (ERAU)\, \nNational Epidemiology Branch\, \nNew ARC Building\, \n15 Knutsford Boulevard\, \nKingston 5. \nCUG: 876-344-3204 \nOffice: 876-633-8157 ext. 7206\n \nEmail: tanielle.mullings@moh.gov.jm
URL:https://caribgp.org/event/ministry-of-health-and-wellness-16th-annual-national-health-research-conference-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Jamaica:20251113T110000
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SUMMARY:CCFP-ISN Lecture Series On Nephrology: "Diabetes and CKD- 13-11-2025
DESCRIPTION:📢 Invitation to Attend \n🩺 Nephrology Lecture Series- ISN North America & Caribbean Regional Board Webinar\n\nTopic : Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease📅 Date: Thursday\, November 13\, 2025🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m. (Jamaica Time)🌐 Platform: CCFP Zoom \n\nJoin us for this free educational webinar hosted by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) North America and Caribbean Regional Board\, in collaboration with the Caribbean College of Family Physicians (CCFP). \nThis session will explore the critical intersection between diabetes and kidney health\, emphasizing early detection and management of diabetic kidney disease. Participants will learn about the pathophysiology of diabetic nephropathy\, emerging diagnostic approaches\, and treatment modalities. The seminar will also highlight global perspectives on prevention\, multidisciplinary care\, and patient education to reduce the burden of kidney complications in people living with diabetes. We aim to empower primary care providers to identify early diabetic kidney disease and initiate evidence-based therapies and promote timely and appropriate referral to nephrology.. \n\nModerator:🩵 Dr. Lori-Ann Fisher – USA \nSpeaker:💜 Dr. Sunan Behera – Canada \n\n✅ Who Should Attend:Family Physicians\, Nephrologists\, Internists\, General Practitioners\, and other healthcare professionals involved in chronic disease management. \n🎓 CME Certificates: \n\nCME’s requested – 1 hour\n\nAttendance and CME Certificates are free of charge. \n\n\nTo receive your CME Certificate\, you will need to complete the Post-Event Survey\, which will appear automatically after the webinar and will also be sent in the follow-up email. \n\n\n🌍 Access: \n🔗 Register Here:👉 Click to Register for Free \n\nHosted by:Caribbean College of Family Physicians  
URL:https://caribgp.org/event/ccfp-diabetes-and-chronic-kidney-disease-nephrology-lecture-series-13-11-2025/
LOCATION:ZOOM ROOM\, WEB-TO-WEB\, Trinidad and Tobago
ORGANIZER;CN="Caribbean College of Family Physicians":MAILTO:familydoctorsregional@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:MENTAL HEALTH for the  Healthcare providers (1) Theme: Caring for the Caregivers: Mental Health and Wellbeing in Healthcare
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URL:https://caribgp.org/event/mental-health-for-the-healthcare-providers-1-theme-caring-for-the-caregivers-mental-health-and-wellbeing-in-healthcare/
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