Join the IPS International Engagement Network for an engaging webinar on developing respiratory protection programmes for healthcare staff in a small island context. Drawing on international expertise in infection prevention and control, our speakers will share insights on global best practice alongside the unique challenges and opportunities faced by smaller health systems.
This webinar will provide a practical overview of effective respiratory protection strategies, highlighting innovative approaches and real-world experiences. Attendees will gain insights that can be applied in their own settings and will have the opportunity to take part in discussion and shared learning with colleagues across the field.
Who should attend?
This webinar is suitable for anyone with an interest in, or responsibility for, respiratory protection for healthcare staff in relation to transmission-based precautions in infection prevention and control. It will also be valuable for those wishing to broaden their understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing respiratory protection programmes in small island settings.
By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:
Describe key principles of respiratory protection for healthcare workers from a global perspective
Identify challenges and opportunities associated with implementing respiratory protection programmes in small island health systems
Engage in discussion and shared learning on practical approaches to developing and strengthening respiratory protection programmes
Draft agenda
- 15:00 Welcome and introduction
- Janice Toplass , IPC Specialist, UK Overseas territories programme. UKHSA
- Dr Cat Makison Booth, IPC Research specialist, UK Public Health Rapid support team, UKHSA
- Dr Tiffannie Skerritt-Flemming, IPC Lead Montserrat
- Q&A
- 16:00 Close