This course introduces malaria, a disease caused by parasites that are transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito.
Topics covered include the life cycle of the malaria parasite, its transmission, and current control strategies.
The course will also explore the history of malaria, its prevalence around the world, and the global efforts to eradicate it.
Additionally, the course will discuss the impact of malaria on human health and the environment, as well as the potential for new treatments, intervention, and prevention strategies.
This course introduces the fellows to the biology, ecology, and control of malaria vectors.
This course will provide an overview of the biology, ecology, and behaviour of various malaria vectors and the methods used to control them.
Topics covered will include the identification of vectors, the biology and epidemiology of malaria, the use of insecticides and insect repellents, the use of insecticide-treated bed nets, and other approaches to vector control.
Additionally, the course will cover the important role of public health in malaria control and the importance of community-based interventions.
By the end of the course, students will have a comprehensive understanding of the biology and control of malaria vectors and the role of public health in preventing and controlling malaria.
This course is designed to provide an overview of the complexities of managing malaria cases.
It will cover the basics of identifying and treating malaria, as well as the prevention and control measures that can be used.
The course will also provide an overview of the current trends in malaria control and case management strategies.
This course explores the range of treatments and interventions used to prevent the spread of malaria.
In this course, fellows will learn the basics of malaria prevention, the various medications, and treatments available, and the importance of public health initiatives in controlling the spread of the disease.
Fellows will explore the ethical considerations of malaria chemoprevention and the implications for public health policy.
Upon completion of this course, fellows will have a comprehensive understanding of the science behind malaria, current treatments and interventions, and the impact of public health initiatives in controlling the spread of the disease.
This course will provide students with an understanding of the basic principles of bioinformatics and how they are applied to the study of malaria.
The course will cover topics such as data collection and analysis, and the use of bioinformatics tools and techniques for malaria research.
The fellows will also learn about malaria-related databases, tools, and software, and be able to identify bioinformatics resources and assess their usefulness.
Malaria Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) is a course designed to provide fellows with an understanding of the social and behavioural context of the disease and its impact on the populations most affected.
Students will learn how to use communication strategies to influence social and behavioural change in relation to malaria prevention, control, and treatment. Fellows will gain knowledge of the different approaches to SBCC, including social marketing and health promotion campaigns in Nigeria.
The course will explore the ethical considerations of SBCC, the use of technology and digital media, and the importance of monitoring and evaluation. The course will draw on case studies and examples to in Nigeria to illustrate the knowledge and skills acquired.
By the end of the course, fellows will be able to develop, implement, and evaluate SBCC strategies for malaria prevention, control, and treatment.
The purpose of this course is to provide fellows with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and implement a malaria programme and organization.
Fellows will learn how to design and implement a comprehensive malaria control and elimination strategy, develop an effective malaria monitoring and evaluation system, and understand the impact of malaria on different populations and communities.
In addition, the course will cover the importance of effective communication and collaboration between different stakeholders, and how to effectively manage resources and budgets.