Atopic Dermatitis with focus on Sub-Saharan Africa: Training for national and district-level health workers
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Atopic dermatitis is one of the common skin diseases globally and is often co-endemic with many skin neglected tropical diseases. This course provides comprehensive information about the cause, diagnosis, and management of atopic dermatitis, with special consideration to Sub-Saharan countries and dark skin.
What will you learn
- Describe the common features of atopic dermatitis among Sub-Saharan communities screened for neglected tropical diseases.
- Describe the clinical presentation and diagnosis of atopic dermatitis
- Outline the basic therapeutic management plan for atopic dermatitis
- List the complications of severe atopic dermatitis and how to minimize this risk
Prerequisite knowledge
None
Who this course is for
The target audience for this course is frontline health care workers and anyone interested in learning more about atopic dermatitis.
About this Course
This course provides comprehensive information about the cause, diagnosis, and management of atopic dermatitis, with special consideration to Sub-Saharan countries and dark skin.
Approximate course duration: 2 hours
Languages:
This course is available in the following languages: English, French, Spanish and Portuguese.
Assessment & Awards
You will receive a Confirmation of Participation upon completing all the modules in this course. Please note that this award does not serve as a professional qualification.
Other information
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