The Biological Basis of Haemablobinopathies and Related Pharmacology  CPD

The short course will examine the alterations in blood that leads to the haemoglobinopathies, particularly sickle cell disease and the thalassaemias. 

Course Information

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Monday 26 September 2011 The short course runs for one full day. Contact CPD admissions for the latest information. NMS097 Apply Now

Eligibility

  • You must be a practitioner (qualified or unqualified) in healthcare or a related profession. 

What will I learn?

The short course will enable you to:

  • Gain understanding and knowledge of the genetics of the disease and how this leads to altered health states
  • Discuss a range of means by which these clients can be assisted to maximise the quality of life, ranging from simple life-style choices, through drug treatments to therapies that are complex and ethically controversial.

Teaching and Assessment

Mode of delivery
Teaching methods include lectures and practicals.

Assessment
Not Applicable.  

Funding

Funding is available through trusts.

Application Deadline:

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Contact Admissions (CPD & postgraduate)School of Community and Health Sciences (Whitechapel)
City University London
Philpot Street
London
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United Kingdom
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+44 (0)20 7040 5828
E: healthprofessionals@city.ac.uk