The number of people living with diabetes in Ireland is estimated to be almost a quarter of a million people. The Healthy Ireland survey suggests that over a million people may be at potential risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The management of diabetes and its potential complications represent a huge health and cost burden to the State.
The aim of this course is to provide an overview of the detection and diagnosis of diabetes, along with useful practice points on the management of patients with diabetes.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the only major cause of death with an increasing incidence. 2020 projections rank it fifth worldwide in terms of disease burden and it is expected to be the third leading cause of death worldwide by 2030.
The aim of this course is to provide information on COPD pathogenesis and risk factors, review COPD management options and discuss useful advice for COPD patients.
As the population ages, the importance of good bone health for patients at all ages is becoming better understood.
The aim of this course is to provide an overview of bone formation, the role of vitamin D and calcium, and other patient factors that may influence this process. Pharmacological and non-pharmacological options to maximise bone health at all ages will also be discussed.
Express Topic (7.30pm - 9pm)
The treatment and management of cancer incorporates the use of chemotherapy and other adjuvant and supportive agents whose function is to prevent and minimise side-effects, infections and aid in maximising patient outcomes.
The aim of this course is to provide an overview of adjuvant and supportive agents such anti-emetics, steroids and GCSF agents; their place in therapy, dosing regimens, side-effects and useful advice for patients prescribed these agents.
(Express Topic 7.30pm - 9pm)
The management of many chronic illnesses has become increasingly complex. This in turn increases the requirement for patient monitoring, medicines reconciliation and information.
The aim of this course is to provide basic information on common blood tests, how to interpret results and calculations, and review medication that may affect or be affected by changes in blood results. It will also outline effective processes to support medicines reconciliation and information.