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Q fever is the most frequently reported and severe zoonosis in Australia. The epidemiology of Q fever goes beyond abattoir workers. This presentation will provide a brief overview of Q fever epidemiology, prevalence and clinical features. It will also provide guidance on identifying who is at risk, the importance of prevention and how to screen patients prior to administering Q fever vaccine. Participants will gain a clear understanding of pre-vaccination screening, testing and interpreting results to determine if patients are suitable for Q fever vaccine. An overview of how to set up a Q fever clinic will also be provided.

Presented by: Prof. Stephen Graves, Medical Director Australian Rickettsial Reference Laboratory

Target Audience: GPs, Registrars, Nurses, Pharmacists and Medical Students

Program:

6.00pm - Registration/Light Refreshments (provided)

6.25pm - Welcome

6.30pm - Education Presentation

8.00pm - Interactive Discussion/Q&A

8.30pm - Evaluation and Close

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop an understanding of pre-vaccination screening tests required before administering Q fever vaccine
• Perform a Q fever skin test
• Interpret blood and skin test results and know when it is appropriate to administer Q fever vaccine
• Acquire brief knowledge of Q fever including prevalence and chronicity, the importance of prevention and who is at risk (beyond abattoir workers)
• Recognise the need to perform a pre-vaccination skin and serology screening test to minimise adverse vaccination outcomes. 

RSVP by Friday, September 7, 2018.

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