PHF E-NEWS Original date: 1-22-03 Subject: New Smallpox Training Programs from CDC This message contains information about two new CDC training programs related to the smallpox vaccination program. Contents: - Smallpox and Vaccinia Laboratory Testing: A National Training Initiative (January 29, 2003) - Clinical Management of Adverse Events Following Smallpox Vaccination: A National Training Initiative (February 4, 2003) - How to order a copy of the programs - How to provide CDC with immediate, online feedback about the programs - Links to related resources and programs CDC BROADCAST INFORMATION "Smallpox and Vaccinia Laboratory Testing: A National Training Initiative" A Public Health Training Network Live Satellite Broadcast & Webcast Wednesday, January 29, 2003, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET ***Please adjust for your time zone*** Broadcast/webcast site: http://www.phppo.cdc.gov/PHTN/Smallpox0129.asp PROGRAM DESCRIPTION As part of the requirements to implement a national vaccination program, the Nation's laboratorians must be prepared to provide information about available laboratory testing of febrile rash illnesses, and evaluation of vaccinia (smallpox) vaccine related to adverse events to clinicians and others who use laboratory services.  This program will explain the relationship and resources available in clinical and public health laboratories, indications for laboratory testing, the types and availability of testing, test interpretation, and specific specimen collection, handling, and transportation requirements. GOAL Prepare the Nation's laboratorians to respond effectively to vaccine adverse events and the intentional release of smallpox. TARGET AUDIENCE All laboratorians and those who use laboratory services; laboratorians in state and local public health, clinical, reference, and physician office laboratories; pathologists, physicians, phlebotomists, and specimen handlers and transporters; and State Chief Medical Officers and Epidemiologists. DETAILS: Program details including registration information, procedures for questions, and satellite and webcast technical specifications are posted on the webcast site. CDC BROADCAST INFORMATION "Clinical Management of Adverse Events Following Smallpox Vaccination: A National Training Initiative" A Public Health Training Network Live Satellite Broadcast & Webcast Tuesday, February 4, 2003, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM ET ***Please adjust for your time zone*** Broadcast/webcast site: http://www.phppo.cdc.gov/PHTN/Smallpox0204.asp   PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Implementation of a smallpox vaccination program requires clinicians to be prepared to recognize and provide care to persons who develop adverse reactions as a result of vaccination.  This program will provide information to clinicians on assessment, diagnosis, management, and treatment of patients with suspected adverse events. GOAL Prepare clinicians to recognize, report, and clinically manage adverse reactions to smallpox vaccination. TARGET AUDIENCES Clinical specialists, including infectious disease specialists, dermatologists, critical care specialists, neurologists, ophthalmologists, allergists, and immunologists; primary care clinicians, including emergency room clinicians, internists, pediatricians, and family medicine physicians; and state and local health department staff involved in adverse event assessment and reporting DETAILS: Program details including registration information, procedures for questions, and satellite and webcast technical specifications are posted on the webcast site. CD-ROM OR VIDEOTAPE AVAILABLE The CDC will provide a single copy of the "Smallpox and Vaccinia Laboratory Testing: A National Training Initiative" and/or "Clinical Management of Adverse Events Following Smallpox Vaccination: A National Training Initiative" program free of charge to anyone who is unable to view the live broadcast.  See ordering information below. Copies will be available by late February. ORDERING INFORMATION There are four ways to order a copy of the broadcast from the Public Health Foundation (online, e-mail, phone, or fax): Online: Smallpox and Vaccinia Laboratory Testing: A National Training Initiative <Retired link> [For more current information, visit http://bookstore.phf.org/index.php?cPath=41_75. Online: Clinical Management of Adverse Events Following Smallpox Vaccination: A National Training Initiative <Retired link> [For more current information, visit http://bookstore.phf.org/index.php?cPath=41_75. E-mail: info@phf.org Phone: 1-877-252-1200 Fax: 301-843-0159 If ordering a copy of the program by e-mail or fax, please: 1. Provide your name and complete mailing address. 2. Indicate the program title in the subject line. 3. Indicate the desired format: CD-ROM or VHS videotape. CDC ASKS FOR YOUR ONLINE FEEDBACK ABOUT THE BROADCAST Registration and evaluation via the CDC/ATSDR Training and Continuing Education Online System at http://www2a.cdc.gov/TCEOnline/ is encouraged.  Participants who register for and evaluate the satellite broadcast or webcast program within 30 days of the broadcast will be awarded a certificate of attendance. In addition, CDC invites all viewers - including CD-ROM and videotape viewers - to submit a short review on TrainingFinder.org.  Your feedback will help to improve these programs and can be seen by other interested professionals. Posting a review is easy. First, click on the course listing on TrainingFinder.org at <Retired Link> [For more current information, visit www.train.org, click on "Course Search" and search on subject "Terrorism / Emergency Readiness"]. Smallpox and Vaccinia Laboratory Testing: A National Training Initiative" <Retired Link> [For more current information, visit www.train.org, click on "Course Search" and search on subject "Terrorism / Emergency Readiness"]. "Clinical Management of Adverse Events Following Smallpox Vaccination: A National Training Initiative" Then go to "Write an online review."  Follow the instructions to enter your overall quality rating (1-5 stars) and text review. FOR THE LATEST AUTHORITATIVE INFORMATION CDC Public Health Emergency Preparedness & Response http://www.bt.cdc.gov Contains authoritative and up-to-date clinical and public information regarding smallpox and other potential bioterrorism agents.  Provides smallpox vaccination fact sheets, guidelines, protocols, training modules, news, response planning resources, Frequently Asked Questions, links, and more. ADDITIONAL TRAINING AND INFORMATION RESOURCES TrainingFinder.org http://www.TrainingFinder.org TrainingFinder.org has been expanded into TRAIN, an online learning management system. Visit TRAIN at www.TRAIN.org. Provides information on nearly 100 distance learning courses for public health professionals on bioterrorism and emergency preparedness.  Click on "Search" to search by the subject "Bioterrorism/Emergency Preparedness" or by keyword (e.g., smallpox).  Use "Advanced Search" to combine search categories. CDC Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Training http://www.bt.cdc.gov/training/index.asp Provides archived webcast links for the entire series of CDC preparedness broadcasts since October 18, 2001, plus slide sets. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality - Bioterrorism Emergency Planning and Preparedness Questionnaire for Healthcare Facilities www.ahrq.gov/about/cpcr/bioterr.pdf Press release: http://www.ahrq.gov/news/press/pr2002/bioterrpr.htm The online tool gives hospitals users a 42-question checklist to assess their capacity to handle potential victims of bioterrorist attacks or to evaluate emergency plans. Bioterrorism and Emergency Readiness: Competencies for ALL Public Health Workers http://www.cumc.columbia.edu/dept/nursing/chphsr/pdf/btcomps.pdf Communication During Crisis: The Role of Media During Public Health Emergencies (Video) http://bookstore.phf.org/product_info.php?cPath=41_72&products_id=248    CDC Responds: Risk Communication and Bioterrorism (Video) <Retired Link> [For more current information, visit http://bookstore.phf.org/index.php?cPath=41_72 Emergency Preparedness: What's Your Competency? (Video) http://bookstore.phf.org/product_info.php?cPath=41_73&products_id=225 ASTHO Risk and Crisis Communications Tools (Webcast Archive and Downloadable Workbook) http://www.astho.org/?template=risk_communication.html   National Library of Medicine - MEDLINEplus Health Topic on Smallpox http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/smallpox.html   Institute of Medicine Reports http://www.iom.edu/IOM/IOMHome.nsf/Pages/Recently+Released+Reports   Back to E-News Main Page PHF Home Page Updated 8-19-07