The TB Emergency Preparedness Course was a collaboration between Mayo Clinic Center for Tuberculosis, Countryside Public Health, and the Minnesota Department of Health. Below you can find the course description and access to the recorded webinars as part of this course.
Course Description
Considering a recent surge in active Tuberculosis (TB) cases within the western Minnesota community, and in anticipation of potential future outbreaks, this course aims to enhance the emergency preparedness of medical providers and staff on TB management and care. This course series addresses the unique challenges posed by the increasing number of residents from countries where TB is endemic, emphasizing the need for robust TB management practices and readiness for potential outbreaks. This course covers topics such as basic TB knowledge, TB triage, and effectively managing latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI).
Learning Objectives
- Recognize personal knowledge gaps in TB emergency preparedness practices.
- Apply effective management strategies for Latent TB Infection (LTBI).
- Apply effective management strategies for active TB disease.
- Differentiate between TB cases and TB contacts.
- Formulate effective emergency preparedness plans for regional TB outbreaks.
Recorded Webinars
As part of this course, three webinars were hosted. The recordings are available below for viewing. No CME credit is being offered for the recorded webinars.
Unique Considerations in Pediatric Tuberculosis
Speaker: James Gaensbauer, MD, MScPH
Recorded September 13, 2024
Session Description
This session will delve into the distinct characteristics of tuberculosis (TB) in children compared to adults. Participants will examine variations in TB occurrence, risk factors, and how the disease manifests in young patients. The session will also address the differences in diagnosing TB in children, including interpreting chest X-rays and utilizing tests like IGRAs. Finally, the discussion will focus on the unique factors to consider when treating TB in children, covering both latent infection and active disease.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the key differences in TB epidemiology between children and adults, including variations in incidence and transmission.
- Identify and explain the key differences between children and adults in risk factors for TB infection, disease progression, and clinical presentation.
- Explain the differences in TB diagnostic testing between children and adults, including CXR interpretation, sample collection, and IGRAs.
- Analyze the key differences between children and adults in treatment considerations for latent TB infection (LTBI) and TB disease
Session Recording
General Principles in Tuberculosis Management
Speaker: Daniel Brailita, MD
Recorded September 20, 2024
Course Description
This session focuses on the essential aspects of TB management, highlighting the importance of partnering with Public Health. Participants will review key principles in pulmonary and extrapulmonary TB management, primary treatment regimens for drug-susceptible and drug-resistant TB, and the conditions necessary to start combination drug therapy. This session equips healthcare providers with practical knowledge to enhance TB patient outcomes.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the importance of partnering with Public Health to enhance TB management.
- Summarize the standard treatment regimens for managing drug-susceptible TB.
- Outline the treatment options for managing drug-resistant TB.
Session Recording
Latent Tuberculosis Infections (LTBI) Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management for Primary Care Providers
Speaker: Avish Nagpal, MD
Recorded September 25, 2024
Course Description
Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) is a significant public health concern due to its potential to progress to active TB if untreated. This session will provide healthcare providers with essential knowledge on LTBI, including distinguishing it from active TB, accurately diagnosing it using TST and IGRAs and treating it with current regimens. The session will also explore strategies for effectively managing LTBI patients, emphasizing patient education, adherence, and collaboration with public health resources, ensuring that any healthcare provider can confidently manage LTBI cases.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the basic principles of latent tuberculosis infection, including its prevalence, risk factors, and the differences between LTBI and active TB disease.
- Identify the appropriate diagnostic tools and criteria for LTBI, including interpreting tuberculin skin tests (TST) and interferon-gamma release assays (IGRAs).
- Describe the current treatment options and challenges in treating LTBI.