A webinar focusing on how to keep active. Do you have Huntington's disease and would like to be able to keep as active as possible? Or do you care for someone who has Huntington's disease and are interested in encouraging activity? A new resource 'Keeping Active with Huntington's Disease' has been developed with carers and has tips and hints on planning activities with lots of examples of suitable exercises. Dr Una Jones from Cardiff University will take you through how to use the resource and answer any questions on keeping active. This FREE webinar will be suitable for family members and professionals. For more information on what information we collect and how we use it when booking onto one of our events, please see our privacy policy on our website.
Elevate your understanding of plant health with our Plant Pathology course. Explore the intricacies of plant-pathogen interactions, learn diagnostic techniques, and master effective disease management strategies. Dive into case studies and stay ahead with emerging trends in this dynamic field. Join us to cultivate expertise in sustaining plant health for a resilient and thriving agricultural future.
This course provides the underpinning physiology and disease process knowledge for HCAs, working with patients with preventable diseases.
The use of biomarkers is increasingly important in detection of disease in a variety of species, but, to date, these biomarkers are protein-based disease indicators. To truly detect disease at the earliest stage, understanding DNA/RNA expressions, prior to onset of pathology, would be groundbreaking. In this CPD session, Dr Eve Hanks will explore the use of microRNAs for diagnostic purposes and explain how this pioneering new testing technology can benefit your practice with the recent launch of the NEMO Companion Animal Heart Disease test.
Are you looking to enhance your Public Health Nurse skills? If yes, then you have come to the right place. Our comprehensive course on Public Health Nurse will assist you in producing the best possible outcome by mastering the Public Health Nurse skills. The Public Health Nurse course is for those who want to be successful. In the Public Health Nurse course, you will learn the essential knowledge needed to become well versed in Public Health Nurse. Our Public Health Nurse course starts with the basics of Public Health Nurse and gradually progresses towards advanced topics. Therefore, each lesson of this Public Health Nurse course is intuitive and easy to understand. Why would you choose the Public Health Nurse course from Compliance Central: Lifetime access to Public Health Nurse course materials Full tutor support is available from Monday to Friday with the Public Health Nurse course Learn Public Health Nurse skills at your own pace from the comfort of your home Gain a complete understanding of Public Health Nurse course Accessible, informative Public Health Nurse learning modules designed by experts Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams with the Public Health Nurse course Curriculum Breakdown of the Public Health Nurse Course Course Outline: Module 01: Introduction to Public Health Module 02: Principles of Public Health Module 03: Understanding Epidemiology Module 04: Disease Control Module 05: Understanding Measures of Disease Frequency Module 06: Maternity and Childbirth Module 07: Environment and Public Health Module 08: Health System and Policy Module 09: Public Health and Ethics CPD 10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? The Public Health Nurse course helps aspiring professionals who want to obtain the knowledge and familiarise themselves with the skillsets to pursue a career. Requirements To enrol in this Public Health Nurse course, all you need is a basic understanding of the English Language and an internet connection. Career path Public Health Nurse: £24,000 to £45,000 per year Health Promotion Specialist: £26,000 to £50,000 per year Epidemiologist: £30,000 to £60,000 per year Community Health Educator: £22,000 to £40,000 per year Public Health Consultant: £40,000 to £80,000 per year Health Policy Analyst: £28,000 to £55,000 per year Certificates CPD Accredited PDF Certificate Digital certificate - Included CPD Accredited PDF Certificate CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate Hard copy certificate - £10.79 CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate Delivery Charge: Inside the UK: Free Outside of the UK: £9.99 each
COPD Physiotherapy Treatment Aims to Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death in the United States. There are approximately 30 million people in the United States who have been diagnosed with COPD. Physical activity and therapy can provide great improvement in symptoms, exercise capacity, and health-related quality of life. This course is for physical and occupational therapy clinicians in acute, subacute or home health care who are seeking to update their understanding of COPD rehabilitation. As rehabilitation professionals, we need to understand the pathophysiology as well as the evidence-based treatment strategies to promote optimal living for individuals with COPD. This webinar is part 2 in a 2-part series. This part 2 webinar focuses on PT and OT objective assessment tools, program prescriptions, and evidence-based treatment for COPD patients. Prescribing a treatment program that is dosed appropriately is essential for the prevention of exacerbations, improved quality of life, and value-based care. Rehabilitation therapists have unique skills to provide this valuable care for the COPD population. Learning Objectives At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: Explain how to conduct specific objective measures commonly used with COPD patients to determine baseline function Summarize guidelines for evidence-based exercises for patients with COPD including HIIT exercise Prescribe an appropriate treatment program for the COPD patient to include appropriate stimulus, duration, frequency and functional application. Apply knowledge obtained in course to determine appropriate assessments and treatment program to case studies Explain the correlation between hospital admissions and level of physical activity as well as the impact on value-based purchasing. Who Should Enroll Physiotherapist Respiratory Physiotherapist Nurses Occupational Therapist Course Agenda Overview of COPD- 15 minutes Rehab prescriptionPulmonary Impairment-Based Outcome Measures- 30 minutesTreatment Dosage and Components – 15 minutesGoals for COPD- 15 minutesReassessment- 10 minutes Case Studies/ Documentation tips for COPD- 35 minute CPD Credit Hours Contact Hours: 2.0 Resources 1-Month Access to Learning Resources Downloadable Course Material CPD Certificate Presenter Speaker Bio: Virginia Bowen, PT, DPT Virginia Bowen, PT, DPT is an experienced home health therapist with 7 years of experience as an educator and more than 20 years as a home care physical therapy case manager. Virginia received her B.S degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Wisconsin in 1987 and went on to receive her DPT from the College of Saint Scholastica in 2019. She has developed and taught chronic disease courses for her current employer as well as the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee and also has personal experience being the HCPOA for a COPD patient. She has treated numerous COPD patients in her 25 years as a home health therapist and enjoys teaching courses pertaining to this subject matter in order to help therapists develop professionally and gain knowledge of best practices.
Presentation on Palliative Care in End Stage Liver Disease by Dr Clare Jeffries, Consultant in Palliative Medicine. This session will cover: The scale and impact of liver disease, a life limiting condition. Disease trajectory, prognosis and prognostication. Who, when and why should people be referred to palliative care? Prescribing in liver disease. Some common symptoms and palliative care management approaches.
Exhilarating and empowering dance classes based on neuroscience and designed specifically for individuals living with Parkinson's disease. These dynamic and fun-filled 8 week program aims to enhance physical mobility, mental well-being, and social interaction.