Ebola Virus Disease: Awareness and Precautions for Peace Operations Personnel

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This course, developed in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), is intended to be a general introductory primer to Ebola awareness and prevention for peace operations personnel who are not working in a medical or public health capacity. This course presents a compilation of WHO materials on general information about Ebola virus disease, how the virus is spread, the symptoms and diagnosis, infection prevention techniques, possible treatments and vaccination, mission protocol, and outbreak response coordination. Four lessons.

Número de páginas: 64 [Inglés]

Editorial: Instituto para Formación en Operaciones de Paz (POTI) [13-02-2023]

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Ce cours, développé en partenariat avec l’Organisation mondiale de la santé (OMS), se veut une introduction générale à la sensibilisation et à la prévention de la maladie à virus Ebola pour le personnel des opérations de paix ne travaillant pas dans le domaine médical ou de la santé publique. Ce cours présente une compilation de documents de l’OMS contenant des informations générales sur maladie à virus Ebola, le mode de propagation du virus, les symptômes et le diagnostic, les techniques de prévention de l’infection, les traitements possibles et la vaccination, le protocole de la mission ainsi que la coordination de la riposte aux épidémies. Quatre leçons.

Number of pages: 67 [French]

Publisher: Peace Operations Training Institute [18-05-2023]

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4.92 Stars from 26 Reviews

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5 Stars

"The course is rated 5 stars due to the level at which it imparted on the students. The knowledge which is also useful for individual health safety. the course materials are also enriching. Thank you for this great opportunity to be a beneficiary of the course."

Reviewed: 17-06-2025

5 Stars

"The Course is educational"

Reviewed: 14-06-2025

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"satisfactory"

Reviewed: 18-02-2025

5 Stars

"Excellent, i will recommend this course for my colleagues."

Reviewed: 02-12-2024

5 Stars

"*Strengths:* 1. Relevant content: Covers essential topics related to Ebola response. 2. Clear structure: Well-organized and easy-to-follow format. 3. Comprehensive scope: Addresses medical, social, and operational considerations. 4. Interactive potential: Opportunities for scenario-based training and group discussions. 5. Emphasis on community engagement: Recognizes importance of local involvement. 6. Gender-sensitive approach: Addresses gender issues and promotes equality. 7. Regular updates: Incorporates latest research, guidelines, and best practices. 8. Collaborative learning: Fosters community of practice for Ebola response professionals. *Specific aspects:* 1. Case studies and real-world examples. 2. Focus on cultural awareness and social mobilization. 3. Practical guidance for working with local communities. 4. Addressing gender-based violence and exploitation. 5. Emphasis on social and economic impacts on women and girls. *Improvement areas:* 1. More interactive elements (e.g., quizzes, simulations). 2. Increased focus on regional and contextual considerations. 3. Expert guest lectures or webinars. 4. Adaptive assessments and feedback mechanisms. *Overall:* The course provides a solid foundation for Ebola response, covering critical topics and promoting gender-sensitive approaches. With some enhancements, it can become even more engaging and effective. Please confirm or add to these points!"

Reviewed: 07-11-2024