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Managing Infectious Diseases in Corrections [Videoconference Held July 8, 1999]
Managing Infectious Diseases in Corrections [Videoconference Held July 8, 1999]
Publication year:
1999
| Cataloged on:
Oct. 31, 2006
ANNOTATION: Since the prevalence of infectious diseases is higher among incarcerated populations than in the general public, the content of this videoconference is of vital import for correctional professionals. The program covers: infectious diseases and their implications for corrections management; medical issues related to Hepatitis-B, Hepatitis-C, HIV, and tuberculosis; risk to staff; risk management approaches like education, protection, and post-exposure; how to evaluate an institution's infectious disease control program; planning for release and continuum of care for infected inmates; and identifying medical, social service, and other community resources. Handouts include information on Hepatitis-C and a copy of the CDC's "Prevention and Control of Tuberculosis in Correctional Facilities" from the June 7, 1996 issue of MMWR.