Vaccines are one of the most effective health interventions ever developed. Immunization is a safe and effective way to protect people against several diseases. The risks of these diseases are far greater than the risk of immunization. Immunization coverage remains a matter of concern as long as people are not protected against sometimes fatal complications of infectious diseases.
Good vaccination programmes and well-trained health professionals make a difference! However, vaccinology is a poorly addressed issue during training of future health care workers, leaving many without the necessary skills and knowledge on communication about vaccines and how to administer them. Because immunization is a responsibility of all health care workers, our program is of interest to all medical, nursing or midwifery students and postgraduates. During 5 course days, lectures are organised on different vaccinology-related topics.
Language course: English
Location: University of Antwerp, Stadscampus, 2000 Antwerp
Partners: ESPID, WHO-Euro, EMSA-Antwerp, Rotary-Antwerp