Ebola and Beyond: Understanding Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers

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Continuing Education Credits

P.A.C.E.® Contact Hours: hour(s)

Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Science CE Credit Hours

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Objectives

  • Describe the characteristics of viral hemorrhagic fevers.
  • Identify the causative agents, reservoirs, and transmission routes of Ebola, Marburg, and Lassa fever.
  • Discuss the current Ebola outbreak and its public health implications.
  • Recognize the clinical manifestations associated with these infections.
  • Explain laboratory diagnostic approaches and biosafety considerations.
  • Describe current treatment options and preventive measures.

Course Outline

  • Ebola and Beyond: Understanding Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers
    • Course Description
    • Introduction to Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers
    • Current Ebola Outbreak (2026)
    • Ebola Virus Disease (EVD): Etiology, Reservoir & Transmission, and Clinical Manifestations
    • EVD: Laboratory Findings, Diagnosis, and Treatment
    • Marburg Virus Disease (MVD)
    • Lassa Fever
    • Infection Prevention and Laboratory Safety
    • Key Takeaways
    • References

Additional Information

This is a mini course designed to enhance learning and reinforce existing knowledge. It does not provide continuing education (CE) credit. The purpose of this course is to support ongoing professional development and review.