Voltar para Epidemics
Comentários e feedback de alunos de Epidemics da instituição Universidade de Hong Kong
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Sobre o curso
“If history is our guide, we can assume that the battle between the intellect and will of the human species and the extraordinary adaptability of microbes will be never-ending.” (1)
Despite all the remarkable technological breakthroughs that we have made over the past few decades, the threat from infectious diseases has significantly accelerated. In this course, we will learn why this is the case by looking at the fundamental scientific principles underlying epidemics and the public health actions behind their prevention and control in the 21st century.
This course covers the following four topics:
1. Origins of novel pathogens;
2. Analysis of the spread of infectious diseases;
3. Medical and public health countermeasures to prevent and control epidemics;
4. Panel discussions involving leading public health experts with deep frontline experiences to share their views on risk communication, crisis management, ethics and public trust in the context of infectious disease control.
In addition to the original introductory sessions on epidemics, we revamped the course by adding:
- new panel discussions with world-leading experts; and
- supplementary modules on next generation informatics for combating epidemics.
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(1) Fauci AS, Touchette NA, Folkers GK. Emerging Infectious Diseases: a 10-Year Perspective from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Emerg Infect Dis 2005 Apr; 11(4):519-25.
What you'll learn
- Demonstrate knowledge of the origins, spread and control of infectious disease epidemics
- Demonstrate understanding of the importance of effective communication about epidemics
- Demonstrate understanding of key contemporary issues relating to epidemics from a global perspective
Melhores avaliações
12 de Abr de 2020
A very nice, dynamic approach to the topic with communications of experts on the field. A good, stimulating coverage of the themes without dispersal.
2 de Fev de 2021
Possibly the most timely course I've taken with the current state of the Covid-19 epidemic. Very well presented by excellent instructors.
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26 — 36 de 36 Avaliações para o Epidemics
por Winston A W
•29 de Jun de 2020
Excellent course, thank you.
por FRANK A
•6 de Ago de 2020
A REALLY INTERESTING COURSE
por Leandro N
•24 de Jul de 2020
Course very interesting!
por Massimo T
•4 de Mai de 2020
Very interesting
por Jorge A M R
•9 de Jan de 2021
Excellent!
por Akhila G
•3 de Mai de 2020
very good
por Josue D S C
•1 de Abr de 2020
fantastic
por ABHRAJIT D
•19 de Set de 2020
good
por Mona A A
•20 de Jun de 2020
GOOD
por KANAGA D J
•9 de Mai de 2020
Good
por Stefania D
•9 de Ago de 2020
A very good overview on the whole, complex and evolving field of epidemics. I wish an update will be available soon, given the recent COVID-19 pandemic.
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