Health Surveillance Systems: A One Health Approach
Explore the power of integrated health surveillance and its impact on global health security.
Course Overview:
This course introduces the concept of integrated health surveillance systems using the One Health approach. You will learn how to design, implement, and analyze surveillance systems that connect human, animal, and environmental health sectors.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of One Health and integrated surveillance
- Design effective multi-sectoral surveillance systems
- Analyze and interpret complex health data from various sources
- Develop strategies for cross-sectoral collaboration in health surveillance
Course Structure:
- 4 modules covering key aspects of integrated health surveillance
- Video lectures, interactive exercises, and case studies
- Estimated completion time: 3-4 hours
Target Audience:
Health professionals, students, and those interested in public health, veterinary medicine, and environmental science.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience required. This course is designed for both beginners and professionals.
Assessment and Certification:
- Post-course assessment
- Certificate of completion for scores of 80% or higher
Course Instructors:
Dr. Romeo Gundran and Dr. Roderick Salvador
Both veterinarians and PhD specialists in epidemiology will lead this course. As members of the College of Veterinary Science and Medicine at Central Luzon State University, they have extensive experience in disease surveillance design and implementation. Their expertise extends to teaching and managing the Applied Veterinary Epidemiology Training (AVET) program. As active contributors to the scientific community, they are authors and co-authors of numerous peer-reviewed articles in the field of One Health and epidemiology, making them highly qualified to guide you through this comprehensive course.
