Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is a widespread disease caused by a tick-borne virus that can result in severe viral haemorrhagic fever outbreaks, with case fatality rates of 10–40%. CCHF is endemic in Africa, the Balkans, the Middle East and Asian countries south of the 50th parallel north – the geographical limit of the principal tick vector. This course provides a general introduction to CCHF and is intended for frontline responders engaged in preventing and managing outbreaks.
Please note: This course was developed in 2018. For the latest updates, please refer to the relevant health topics on the WHO website.
Language: English
Basic (Basique), Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever
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Overview: Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is a widespread disease caused by a tick-borne virus that can result in severe viral haemorrhagic fever outbreaks, with case fatality rates of 10–40%. CCHF is endemic in Africa, the Balkans, the Middle East and Asian countries south of the 50th parallel north – the geographical limit of the principal tick vector. This course provides a general introduction to CCHF and is intended for frontline responders engaged in preventing and managing outbreaks.
Learning objectives: By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- describe signs, symptoms and transmission of Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF);
- list four prevention and control measures; and
- describe areas where CCHF is a public health concern.
Course duration: Approximately 1 hour.
Certificates: A Confirmation of Participation is available to participants who complete at least 80% of the course materials.
Course contents
Introduction to Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever:
This module provides an introductory-level overview of the disease.
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Certificate Requirements
- Gain a Confirmation of Participation by completing at least 80% of the course material.