Thursday, December 4, 2008

Investigation of an outbreak

Seminar Outline

Lecturer present Dr. Sawri

Dasaratha Kumar presented on the topic investigation on an outbreak prepared by the subgroup of C consisting of Trishant, Dasaratha and Sutharsan. Other group members that join in the discussion of the topic are Uma, Arul, Melissa and Chee Coa.

The presentation was regarding the various steps taken in investigating an outbreak, challenges faced throughout the period of investigation, and interaction with the public, press, and legal system. Some slides are too in detail and Dr. Sawri suggested that we review the slides in our next presentation after the DHO postings. After completing our presentation, Dr.Sawri added some information using his own powerpoint slides. Overall, he said it was a good presentation and suggested that we add some information after the DHO posting.


Additional learning objectives:

- Common outbreaks in Malaysia

- Format followed to investigate an outbreak

- What are the investigating steps taken at district level

- Surveillance programme followed in the district

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