INFLUENZA: A VACCINE PREVENTABLE DISEASE, 2ND ED. UPDATE

Course overview

This timely course discusses influenza and recommendations for the 2010-2011 Flu season. Course Objectives: -Describe the transmission of the influenza virus. -Identify the clinical features associated with influenza. -Discuss the use of laboratory testing to identify influenza cases. -List treatment options for influenza cases. -Explain why people with chronic conditions may be at increased risk for complications. -Discuss vaccination recommendations and guidelines. -Describe appropriate precautions to take to avoid infection. -Describe the global concerns about the emergence of avian influenza.