Thanks to this 100% online Postgraduate certificate, you will design and implement effective disease prevention programs in the community"

Pharmacists play a fundamental role in Disease Prevention in Public Health, by preventing diseases through education, counseling and dispensing medicines. In this sense, pharmacists are responsible for carrying out programs aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles and educating the community about preventive measures to avoid various diseases. In order to provide high quality services, it is necessary for pharmacists to have a broad knowledge of the epidemiology of pathologies and their prevention measures.

In this scenario, TECH presents a revolutionary program in Disease Prevention in Public Health. Conceived by experts in this field, the academic itinerary will focus on the analysis of risk factors of a wide range of conditions, including emerging pathologies and rare diseases. This will enable graduates to obtain advanced skills to analyze the health status of the population. At the same time, the syllabus will delve into the usefulness of vaccines in the prevention of immunopreventable infectious diseases. In this way, pharmacists will incorporate into their practice the most innovative strategies to promote vaccination and raise public awareness of its relevance.

On the other hand, this curriculum is delivered through a 100% online modality, which allows pharmacists to plan their own study schedules to experience a fully efficient update. In addition, professionals will enjoy a wide variety of multimedia resources designed to promote dynamic and natural teaching. To access the Virtual Campus, all graduates will need is a device with Internet access (including their own cell phone). Along the same line, graduates will have the support of an experienced teaching team, which will solve all the doubts that may arise during their academic itinerary.

The current importance of Disease Prevention in Public Health makes this program a sure bet, with a continuously growing market"

This Postgraduate certificate in Disease Prevention in Public Health contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Development of practical case studies presented by experts in health sciences
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning.
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will delve into the most sophisticated measures to prevent Meningococcal Disease and Zoonosis"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to prepare for real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Looking to specialize in the detection of rare pathologies and neonatal screening? Achieve it with this program"

Take advantage of all the benefits of TECH's Relearning methodology, which will allow you to organize your time and study pace"

Through this university program, pharmacists will excel in their solid understanding of the principles of Disease Prevention in Public Health.

To this end, the curriculum will analyze the epidemiology of cancer, taking into account factors such as risk factors and legislative measures. In this regard, the syllabus will delve into the detection of rare diseases, cardiovascular conditions and even communicable pathologies. As a result, graduates will acquire the skills to detect risk factors and patterns of conditions.

In addition, the program will provide pharmacists with the most innovative techniques to promote vaccination in the community.

You will adopt in your practice as a pharmacist the most innovative approaches to disease prevention, including the promotion of healthy lifestyles"

Module 1. Epidemiology and Prevention of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases

1.1. Epidemiology of Cancer: Risk Factors and Prevention Primary

1.1.1. Descriptive Epidemiology: Incidence, Mortality and Data Sources
1.1.2. Cancer Risk Factors: Environmental and Occupational
1.1.3. Other Factors: Ultraviolet Light, Infections, Radiations

1.2. Risk Factors and Primary Prevention of Cancer: Lifestyle and Screening

1.2.1. Primary Prevention. Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies
1.2.2. Legislative Measures
1.2.3. Secondary Prevention

1.3. Biological Mechanisms of Cardiovascular Diseases. Estimation of Cardiovascular Risk and Population Prevention

1.3.1. Ischemic Heart Disease and Stroke
1.3.2. Epidemiological Indicators
1.3.3. Classification of Cardiovascular Risk
1.3.4. Prevention and Control of Cardiovascular Diseases

1.4. Detection of Rare Diseases and Neonatal Screening

1.4.1. Rare Diseases
1.4.2. Newborn Screening Programs
1.4.3. Neonatal Screening for Congenital Metabolic and Endocrinologic Diseases

1.5. Comprehensive Approach to Chronic Disease Prevention for Healthy and Sustainable Aging

1.5.1. Healthy Aging
1.5.2. Active Aging
1.5.3. Integrated Prevention

1.6. Epidemiology of Communicable Diseases: Epidemiological Surveillance Systems and Notifiable Diseases Systems

1.6.1. Causative Agents
1.6.2. Time Periods
1.6.3. Transmission
1.6.4. Host and Susceptible Population
1.6.5. Epidemiological Surveillance Systems

1.7. Utility of Vaccines in the Prevention of Immuno-Preventable Infectious Diseases

1.7.1. Analysis of the Importance of Vaccination in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases at the Individual and Community Levels
1.7.2. Evolution of Vaccines:  Types of Vaccines Currently Available
1.7.3. Mechanisms of Action of Vaccines and Their Impact on the Immune System
1.7.4. Efficacy and Safety of Vaccines in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases
1.7.5. Importance of Vaccination in Risk Groups and in the Prevention of Epidemics
1.7.6. Logistics and Vaccination Programs at the International Level
1.7.7. Economic and Social Impact of Vaccination in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases
1.7.8. Research and Analysis of Barriers and Challenges in the Implementation of Vaccination Programs
1.7.9. Strategies and Measures to Promote Vaccination and Raise Public Awareness of its Importance
1.7.10. Evaluation and Critical Analysis of the Scientific Literature Related to Vaccines and their Usefulness in the Prevention of Infectious Diseases

1.8. Emerging Diseases. Epidemic Outbreaks

1.8.1. Factors Favoring Emerging Diseases
1.8.2. New Agents and Diseases
1.8.3. International Health Regulations (IHR)
1.8.4. Epidemic Outbreaks. Study, Control and Measures: Chemoprophylaxis, Immunoglobulins and Vaccines.

1.9. Viral Hepatitis, HIV infection, AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Tuberculosis

1.9.1. Hepatitis A: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.2. Hepatitis B: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.3. Other Viral Hepatitis: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.4. HIV: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.5. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Etiology, Epidemiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures
1.9.6. Tuberculosis: Etiology, Epidemiology and Preventive Measures

1.10. Meningococcal Disease (MD) and Zoonosis: Epidemiology. Prevention and Control

1.10.1. Epidemiology of Meningococcal Disease
1.10.2. Prevention and Control of Meningococcal Disease
1.10.3. Epidemiology of Zoonoses
1.10.4. Prevention and Control of Zoonoses

With the most highly valued study methods in online teaching, this Postgraduate Certificate will allow you to make unstoppable progress in your professional growth pharmacist. Enroll now!”