Browse Hierarchy CMNR7008: Communicable Diseases and Public Health

This module will examine the history, causes and epidemiology of communicable diseases from a broad public health perspective. Associated morbidity and mortality, both nationally and globally, will be considered together with trends in established and emerging infections. Methods to prevent and control infection will be discussed, including surveillance, screening and vaccination strategies. Practitioners will have the opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding of microbiology, immunology and the legal and ethical aspects of infection control to underpin this material.