Onchocerciasis Course
This course equips you to expertly diagnose onchocerciasis, administer ivermectin safely, and manage reactions in resource-poor settings. Develop abilities in eye checks, community treatment plans, and strong referrals to curb blindness and enhance health results in affected areas. (87 words)

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills to identify onchocerciasis skin, eye, and body symptoms, conduct skin snips, and use diagnostic standards in busy clinics with limited tools. Master safe ivermectin dosing, handle side effects, organise community treatment drives, build referral links, and provide health talks to boost control efforts and stop blindness.
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Develop skills
- Diagnose onchocerciasis using skin snips, eye checks, and clinical signs.
- Safely manage ivermectin treatment, dosing, timing, and patient monitoring.
- Quickly handle side effects like Mazzotti reactions and stabilise patients.
- Provide basic eye care and ensure prompt specialist referrals.
- Lead community programmes by planning, training teams, and monitoring coverage.
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