An "Old" Pandemic: A Renewed Focus on Tuberculosis

Dates: November 3, 2022
Location:
Chrysalis Center
255 Homestead Ave, Hartford, CT 06112

COURSE DESCRIPTION & OVERALL GOAL
This conference will provide an opportunity to discuss current and emerging issues in Tuberculosis (TB) as well as progress on TB prevention and control in Connecticut (CT). Topics will include an overview of epidemiologic trends in TB, updates in LTBI treatment, use of window prophylaxis and TB in children, use of shorter regimens  for the treatment of MDR TB, and TB in special situations. The format will include lectures with discussion, case presentations, and panel discussion

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The course is designed for physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals who are actively involved in the diagnosis and management of TB patients.

WHY COURSE IS NEEDED
Reducing the burden of TB requires a multi-disciplinary approach, which relies on knowledge of local epidemiology, populations at risk and successful interventions. Recent increases in TB cases in CT point the need for ongoing training and education for physicians and other clinical staff improve skills in the diagnosis and treatment of TB,  and foster collaboration with the health care team and public health agencies.

OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this conference, participants should be better able to:

• Examine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on TB epidemiology and case management.
• Recognize current recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of latent TB infection.
• Implement current recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of LTBI and TB disease in immunosuppressed. .

Please click below for the conference agenda:
AGENDA

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences and Connecticut Department of Public Health. Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

PHYSICIANS: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

NURSES: This activity is awarded 5.5 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should only claim those contact hours actually spent participating in the activity.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The training is at capacity. We are no longer accepting any new registrants.

Registrants will receive additional information about the conference via email.

For additional information, please contact Shwata Suresh Kumar at ss2980@rutgers.edu.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND INFORMATION
Please note that refunds will only be issued if applicants notify our office of a cancellation by October 27. We will not be able to provide any refunds if applicants cancel after the deadline.

We reserve the right to modify the activity content, faculty and activities, and to cancel this activity, if necessary.

FUNDING DISCLOSURE

Funding for this course was made possible in part by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. government.

If you require an accommodation because of a disability, or if you have any additional needs or other questions, please contact Shwata Suresh Kumar at ss2980@rutgers.edu.