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340.651.01 EMERGING INFECTIONS

Department: Epidemiology
Term: 4th term
Credits: (2 credits)
Contact: Kenrad Nelson
Academic Year: 2012 - 2013
Course Instructor:
Description:

Presents, describes and analyzes the factors related to the emergence of infectious diseases, new and old, that have emerged as important public health problems, or which have the potential for major epidemic spread. Possible methods for the rapid recognition, prevention, and control are explained.
Student Evaluation: Student evaluation based on a paper reviewing an emerging infection.
Learning Objective:

. Demonstrate clear understanding of the major factors leading to he Emergence of new infectious diseases , or Re-emergence of Infectious diseases in Humans. 2. Describe and understand the means of transmission and reservoirs of several new emergent infections in humans and how data pertaining to the\means of transmission and reservoir of these newly emergent infectious diseases were obtained and interpreted. 3. Evaluate the positive features and limitations of various methods to control or prevent the emergence of infectious diseases.
Location: Baltimore
Class Times:
  • Wednesday 3:30 - 5:20
Enrollment Minimum: 10
Instructor Consent: No consent required
For consent, contact: kenelson@jhsph.edu
Auditors Allowed: Yes, with instructor consent
Grading Restriction: Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
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