Learn about the evolving Ebola epidemic and its various aspects including disease prevention, management and treatment, response to the epidemic, ethical considerations, and the post-Ebola global health landscape.
Ebola Virus Disease: An Evolving Epidemic
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Ebola Virus Disease: An Evolving Epidemic
Emory University
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1Introduction to Ebola
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to:
Review the state of global public health prior to the 2014 Ebola epidemic.
Explore the etiology of Ebola and other viral hematic fevers.
Explain the epidemiology of the 2014 Ebola epidemic and why this outbreak is different than previous ones.
Explain why tropical forest-associated zoonotic pathogens like Ebola are emerging at an ever-increasing rate.
Recognize drivers of disease spillover from wildlife to people and discuss how to mitigate disease spillover.
7 个视频（共 152 分钟）, 4 个阅读材料, 1 个测验
7 个视频
The State of Global Health Pre-Ebola, Part 122分钟
The State of Global Health Pre-Ebola, Part 214分钟
Epidemiology & Virology of Ebola, Part 120分钟
Epidemiology & Virology of Ebola, Part 229分钟
Ecology and the Emergence of Ebola and Other Tropical Forest-Associated Zoonosis 12分钟
OPTIONAL: Why Send an Army to Fight a Virus? 37分钟
4 个阅读材料
Instructor Bios10分钟
How to Use Discussion Forums10分钟
Readings & Resources10分钟
Discuss10分钟
1 个练习
Quiz 120分钟
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2Patient Care of Persons with Ebola Virus Disease
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to: Identify the clinical features of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). Discuss risk assessment as it relates to the selection of personal protective equipment (PPE). Explain the differences between donning and doffing. Recognize the lessons learned from providing care to Ebola patients in the United States.
5 个视频（共 133 分钟）, 2 个阅读材料, 1 个测验
5 个视频
Nursing Perspectives on Treating Patients with Ebola 28分钟
Training on the Use of Personal Protective Equipment 20分钟
Lessons Learned, Part 128分钟
Lessons Learned, Part 227分钟
2 个阅读材料
Readings & Resources10分钟
Discuss10分钟
1 个练习
Quiz 222分钟
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3Prevention, Treatment, and Response
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to: List the different types of therapeutics for Ebola Virus Disease. Recognize the factors critical to the creation of a successful Ebola vaccine. Define plasma and recognize its importance in the Ebola treatment process. Discuss the response of various international actors to the Ebola epidemic. Recognize the role of communications both in terms of community level in West Africa, as well as at Emory University.
8 个视频（共 136 分钟）, 2 个阅读材料, 1 个测验
8 个视频
Ebola Vaccines 13分钟
Convalescent Serum 10分钟
International Response 20分钟
CDC Response to Ebola Epidemic18分钟
Community Response 14分钟
Media Response 21分钟
OPTIONAL: Emily Veltus 19分钟
2 个阅读材料
Readings & Resources10分钟
Discuss10分钟
1 个练习
Quiz 322分钟
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4Laboratory Issues
Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to: Discuss clinical laboratory considerations for Ebola Virus Disease.Differentiate between persons under investigation and persons with confirmed EVD. Identify where and how EVD laboratory testing is performed. Recognize the safety concerns surrounding the disposal of specimens and human remains. Explore the immune response to EVD and discuss the implications for future therapeutics and vaccines.
5 个视频（共 72 分钟）, 2 个阅读材料, 1 个测验
5 个视频
Emory Unit Laboratory: Persons with Confirmed EVD 15分钟
Laboratory Testing, Pathogenesis, and Pathology, Part 118分钟
Laboratory Testing, Pathogenesis, and Pathology, Part 216分钟
Exploring The Immune Response to Ebola: Implications for Future Therapeutics and Vaccines 14分钟
2 个阅读材料
Readings & Resources10分钟
Discuss10分钟
1 个练习
Quiz 418分钟
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创建者 DA•Jan 5th 2016
Great Course! Videos were a little long but very informative! This is a course where one can really appreciate the "take away" as it is timely, and being taught by some of the best in the field.
创建者 EK•Oct 7th 2015
I loved every unit. The lecturers were amazingly clear and I understood the content. Great work.
讲师
Dabney P. Evans, PhD, MPH
Assistant ProfessorHubert Department of Global Health. Rollins School of Public Health. Director, Center for Humanitarian Emergencies.
Carlos del Rio, MD
ChairDepartment of Global Health at the Rollins School of Public Health
关于 Emory University
Emory University, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the world's leading research universities. Its mission is to create, preserve, teach and apply knowledge in the service of humanity.
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