Training course in dealing with infectious diseases in children - the basics and beyond

Why Attend

This course offers a training course on dealing with infectious diseases in children—foundations and beyond. According to the World Health Organization, seasonal influenza causes 3 to 5 million severe cases each year worldwide, resulting in over half a million deaths, along with enormous economic impacts. The organization also stated that foodborne illnesses can cause short-term symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea (commonly referred to as food poisoning), and can also lead to long-term diseases like cancer, kidney failure, liver failure, and neurological disorders. These illnesses are particularly dangerous for children, pregnant women, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. Children who survive some of the more severe foodborne illnesses may suffer from long-term physical and mental developmental delays, which can have a lasting impact on their quality of life.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Target Audience for the Training Course on Dealing with Infectious Diseases in Children—Foundations and Beyond:

• Managers and heads of departments in health facilities
• Supervisors and health inspectors
• School and kindergarten managers
• Directors and staff in children’s hospitals
• Officials and workers in healthcare
• Individuals seeking to enhance their skills in this field

Objectives of the Training Course on Dealing with Infectious Diseases in Children—Foundations and Beyond:

At the end of the course, participants will be able to achieve the following:

• Understand what infectious diseases are in children
• Identify the causes, risk factors, prevention, and treatment of infectious diseases
• Diagnose infectious diseases and related conditions
• Know the preventive measures in case of an outbreak of an infectious disease
• Provide advice on handling infectious diseases