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Women’s Health After Motherhood (FutureLearn) FutureLearn
Trinity College Dublin,University of Barcelona

Women’s Health After Motherhood (FutureLearn)

Embark on a journey towards regaining your pre-pregnancy vitality and understanding the nuances of postpartum care with 'Women’s Health After Motherhood'. This course is designed for new mothers seeking guidance on physical recovery, mental well-being, and recognizing signs that warrant medical attention. Learn at your own pace and become empowered to take charge of your health after motherhood.

Available now
4 Weeks
Emerging respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 (OpenWHO) OpenWHO
World Health Organization

Emerging respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 (OpenWHO)

Dive into the OpenWHO's 'Emerging respiratory viruses, including COVID-19' course to understand the complexities of these viral threats. Gain knowledge on the origins, transmission, symptoms, and control measures for emerging respiratory viruses like COVID-19, crucial for public health professionals and responders worldwide.

Self Paced
Self-Paced
Clinical Care Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (OpenWHO) OpenWHO
World Health Organization

Clinical Care Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (OpenWHO)

Dive into essential clinical skills with our Clinical Care Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI) course. This intensive online program is tailored for healthcare professionals working in ICUs of low to middle-income countries. Learn how to effectively diagnose and treat severe respiratory infections, including pneumonia, ARDS, sepsis, and shock, ensuring the best possible patient outcomes.

Self Paced
Self-Paced
COVID-19: Operational Planning Guidelines and COVID-19 Partners Platform to support country preparedness and response (OpenWHO) OpenWHO
World Health Organization

COVID-19: Operational Planning Guidelines and COVID-19 Partners Platform to support country preparedness and response (OpenWHO)

Discover essential strategies for preparedness and response to COVID-19 with this UN-backed online course from WHO. Master Operational Planning Guidelines and utilize the COVID-19 Partners Platform to bolster your country's ability to manage the pandemic effectively.

Self Paced
Self-Paced
Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Care (edX) EdX
University System of Maryland - USM,USMx,Salisbury University,SU

Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Care (edX)

Explore the complexities of Alzheimer's disease and dementia through this in-depth online course from edX. Gain a thorough understanding of the condition’s pathophysiology, risk factors, stages, symptoms, and accurate diagnostic methods. Learn about medications designed to enhance cognitive function and discover modified communication strategies that can optimize interactions while minimizing behavioral expressions associated with dementia. This course also delves into the critical aspects of dementia caregiving, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by caregivers and the resources available to support them. Additionally, explore special care considerations when a person with dementia is hospitalized. Whether you're a healthcare professional, family caregiver, or someone seeking to understand more about dementia care, this course offers essential knowledge and practical skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected.

This course is archived
5-12 Weeks
Intravenous to Oral Switch: Within Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (IVOST) (FutureLearn) FutureLearn
British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - BSAC

Intravenous to Oral Switch: Within Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (IVOST) (FutureLearn)

Are you involved in prescribing or administering antibiotics? This course delves into the benefits and barriers of Intravenous to Oral Switch Therapy (IVOST) within outpatient settings. You'll learn about the principles that underpin these therapies, how to determine their suitability, and key practices for effective prescribers aiming to reduce hospital stays and improve patient outcomes.

Available now
4 Weeks