Acute Respiratory Illness Pandemics: Prevention and Response

Course Description:

For most healthy adults, seasonal viruses are not generally life-threatening. But respiratory disease pandemics, such as those caused by coronaviruses or influenza, are very serious. They often involve new strains of viruses to which people have developed no immunity. These kinds of viruses can spread quickly and widely, and they can pose a major global health threat. This training course is for all non-healthcare employees and provides information about how to prepare for and stay safe during an acute respiratory illness pandemic.

Why “Acute Respiratory Illness Pandemics: Prevention and Response” Matters:

At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

• Describe the characteristics of a pandemic
• Identify the types of viruses that can cause acute respiratory illness pandemics and recognize the symptoms of the disease
• Recognize the risks of infection
• Prevent the spread of the virus
• Respond responsibly if they get sick
• Strategize effective coping mechanisms