CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS OF NURSING
Nursing and Climate Driven Vector-Borne Disease
The Vector-Borne Diseases (VBD) eResource at vbd.casn.ca provides national guidelines and educational modules aimed at nursing professionals. The site focuses on climate-driven vector-borne diseases, highlighting the need for nursing education that addresses these emerging health issues.
The eResource includes five modules:
Nurses Engaging the Environment: Explores the impact of climate change on health.
Vector-Borne Infectious Diseases in Canada: Covers the landscape of these diseases.
Primary and Secondary Prevention: Focuses on preventive measures.
Tertiary Prevention: Discusses treatment considerations.
Awareness and Advocacy: Encourages advocacy efforts for affected populations.
This resource is supported by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing and aims to enhance nursing capacity in addressing climate-related health challenges.
Learning Outcomes:
Increase knowledge of climate-driven vector-borne infectious diseases and their effects on population health in Canada.
Foster integration of knowledge about climate-related health issues into nursing education curricula.
Enhance the capacity of nursing educators to engage in public health activities related to vector-borne diseases.
Equip nursing students and professionals with the skills to address health impacts on populations affected by climate change.
Support the development of national, evidence-informed guidelines for nursing education concerning vector-borne diseases.
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