Learning objectives
The student must acquire knowledges of epidemiology and prophylaxis of infectious diseases. Moreover the student must acquire knowledge of the possible related risks of infection for pregnant women and the means of prevention
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Basic concepts of epidemiology and prevention of diseases preventable by vaccine
The prevention of major infectious diseases in pregnancy.
Full programme
Health Promotion
Definition and historical evolution.
Action strategies for health promotion.
Work ‘s instruments; the skills; the need to research
Health education.
Health’s concept and its evolution.
The educational intervention and its features.
General contents of prevention; difficulties and limitations.
Emerging issues
Epidemiology and prevention of main infectious diseases of obstetrician interest.
Basic knowledge of epidemiology and prevention of:
Influenza, Tuberculosis, Measles, Mumps , Pertussis
Basic concepts of epidemiology and prevention of blood transmissible diseases:
Viral hepatitis (B, C;)
Aids
Basic concepts of epidemiology and prevention of main diseases / infections in pregnancy:
Herpes virus
Rubella
Cytomegalovirus
Toxoplasma
Treponema
Bibliography
Igiene.Barbuti et altri
Edit. Monduzzi-III Edizione(2011)
Teaching methods
Lectures
Assessment methods and criteria
The assessment of the achievement of the objectives of the module includes an oral examination for evaluating the knowledge and understanding of the content from the students.
Other information
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2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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