Monkeypox – An Emerging Pathogen for the Clinical Laboratory Community

Webinars

The webinar will examine the epidemiology of this monkeypox outbreak, the criteria and process for confirmed, probable, and suspected cases of monkeypox. The webinar will also cover the testing process in the state of Iowa. Instructions will be provided on how to collect samples and distribute to SHL.

Intended Audience

The intended audience of this session are laboratorians and infection preventionists in Iowa.

Learning Objectives

In this webinar, participants will understand:

  • The clinical background of Monkeypox
  • Causes, Signs, Symptoms, and Treatments of Monkeypox cases
  • Testing process in the state of Iowa including instructions on how to collect samples and distribute to the State Hygienic Lab

Length

Approximately 45 minutes

Continuing Education Credit

P.A.C.E. credit is available (details within presentation)

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