Teaching emergency preparedness to public health workers: use of blended learning in web-based training This article presents the development of a program and results of a study to evaluate an online distancebased learning (DBL) program for competency-based, basic emergency preparedness training for employees of local health departments nationwide. The program was developed and implemented beginning in May 2003 by Columbia University’s Center for Public Health Preparedness (CU-CPHP), and was … Continue reading “Teaching emergency preparedness to public health workers: use of blended learning in web-based training” Learn More
Clinicians' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Concerns Regarding Bioterrorism After a Brief Educational Program We conducted this study to determine the knowledge, attitudes, and intended behaviors of New York City clinicians regarding bioterrorism-related diseases after a brief educational program. Data on clinicians’ knowledge and attitudes toward bioterrorism and related diseases were collected using a self-administered questionnaire following a 3.5-hour educational program. Participants (n = 310, 82% response rate) reported … Continue reading “Clinicians’ Knowledge, Attitudes, and Concerns Regarding Bioterrorism After a Brief Educational Program” Learn More
