Mpox 2024: Navigating the Evolving Outbreak

We invite you to join us for “Mpox 2024: Navigating the Evolving Outbreak,” a crucial hybrid webinar aimed at providing healthcare professionals with the latest insights and strategies for addressing the ongoing Mpox situation. The hybrid webinar is organised by the Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence-Based Practice (CEBP), Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya in collaboration with the College of Public Health Medicine (CPHM) – Academy of Medicine Malaysia and Malaysia Medical Association – Wilayah Persekutuan.

Title: Mpox 2024: Navigating the Evolving Outbreak
Date: August 27, 2024
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Platform: Online
– Zoom
– FB Live (Public Health at Universiti Malaya)
– YouTube Live (Public Health at UM)

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This session will cover the current status of the Mpox outbreak on both national and international levels, highlighting recent developments in vaccine recommendations, treatment options, and laboratory practices. Our distinguished panel of experts in infectious disease, epidemiology, and infection prevention will share their expertise to help you effectively navigate the challenges posed by Mpox in healthcare settings.

Professor Dr Victor Hoe Chee Wai Abdullah
Professor and Public Health Medicine Specialist
Head of the Department of Social and Preventive Medicine
Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya

Professor Dr Rafdzah Ahmad Zaki
Professor and Public Health Medicine Specialist
Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence-Based Practice
Department of Social and Preventive Medicine
Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya

Dr Sazali Basri
Clinical Specialist
Infectious Diseases Unit, Department of Medicine
Universiti Malaya Medical Centre

Key Topics Include:

• Current epidemiological trends and recent developments in the Mpox outbreak
• Prevention and management (community level)
• Clinical management and treatment
• Customised guidance for frontline workers, laboratorians, physicians, nurses, and infection preventionists

Agenda:

By participating in this webinar, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the evolving landscape of Mpox and be better prepared to address the challenges associated with this infectious disease in your practice.

We encourage active participation during the Q&A session following the presentations to address any specific questions or concerns you may have. Let us collaborate to remain informed and prepared to provide optimal care for our patients and communities amid the Mpox outbreak.