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We are a community of HCWs with interest in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, committed to professional development and improving the quality of maternal and peri-natal care. We share updates, resources, clinical cases and professional development oppor

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Physiotherapy

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation in Women

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5.0 (3 reviews)

This micro-lesson will review the role of physiotherapy in assessing and treating a group of muscles that are involved with urinary, bowel, and sexual function. 1 CPD point is allocated.

All Courses, Nutrition and Dietetics

Protecting, Promoting and Supporting Breastfeeding

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5.0 (3 reviews)

The WHO continues to recommend breastfeeding as the preferred feeding option for infants from birth upto at least 24 months of age. This micro-lesson will present official guidance and challenges in promoting breastfeeding. 1 CPD point is allocated.

All Courses, Quality and Patient Safety, Ethics, Nursing Practice

Informed Consent

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5.0 (4 reviews)

Informed consent is a means to provide a patient with sufficient information to make an informed decision and that the patient actually understands the information and the implications of acting on that information. 2 Ethics Points.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics

Helping Babies Breath: Neonatal Resuscitation

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4.5 (2 reviews)

This micro-lesson helps healthcare professionals to perform appropriate and adequate neonatal resuscitation in the critical first minutes after birth. 1 CPD is allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, HIV Medicine

Managing a High VL in Pregnancy

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5.0 (2 reviews)

A higher viral load during pregnancy is an important risk factor for mother-to-child transmission of HIV and increases risk for pregnancy loss. This micro-lesson focus on VL monitoring and action. 1 CPD point has been allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Quality and Patient Safety, Nursing Practice

Malpractice and Litigation in Midwifery

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This Micro-lesson will review risk factors adverse events in healthcare and discuss strategies for preventing and minimising the impact on both patients and healthcare workers. 1 CPD point is allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Oncology

Cancer of the Cervix - Early Detection and Treatment

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5.0 (5 reviews)

Dr Langanani Mbodi will discuss the prevention, diagnosis and treatment approaches to Cervical Cancer. 1 CPD point has been allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Public Health & Regulation, Nursing Practice

Intimate Partner Violence: A matter of life and death

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4.5 (2 reviews)

Intimate partner violence is the abuse or aggression that occurs in a romantic relationship, it is a serious public health problem that can have a profound impact on lifelong health and well-being. The micro-lesson is allocated 1 CPD point.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Monitoring of labour, The Partogram - The new and the old

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5.0 (3 reviews)

Monitoring is a fundamental component of ensuring the health and safety of pregnant women and their newborns. This micro-lesson will review latest developments and implications for pregnancy outcomes. 1 CPD point is allocated.

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Assessment of fetal wellbeing: Antenatal and Intra-partum

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Through this micro-lesson Prof Anthony will emphasise the importance of antenatal and intra-partum monitoring, risk Identification with an aim to improve the ability of clinicians to act appropriately and avoid complications. 1 CPD point is allocated

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AntePartum Haemorrhage

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5.0 (6 reviews)

Antepartum haemorrhage (APH) complicates 3–5% of pregnancies and is a leading cause of perinatal and maternal mortality worldwide. This micro-lesson will outline the assessment and management of APH. 1 CPD point has been allocated.

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Post Partum Haemorrhage

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5.0 (1 review)

PPH is preventable and can be addressed with appropriate clinical strategies. Through this micro-lesson, Dr Billy Magagula will provide crucial and cost-effective clinical tips in the management of PPH. 1 CPD point has been allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, HIV Medicine

HIV in Pregnancy

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4.5 (2 reviews)

This micro-lesson will explore the prevention of HIV in women, reducing the transmission of HIV during pregnancy and responding to GBV. 1 CPD point has been allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Programs, Nursing Practice

Family Planning: IntraUterine Devices (IUDs)

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This Short Course for IntraUterine Devices (IUDs) is designed for healthcare providers who are often tasked with providing Family Planning (FP) services. 8 CPDs are allocated.

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Contraception

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5.0 (2 reviews)

Contraception is saving lives of women around the world from the hazards of unwanted pregnancy. This micro-lesson will share up-to-date knowledge and a practical guide on appropriate & effective methods of contraception. 1 CPD point is allocated.

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Family Planning: Contraceptive Implants

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5.0 (9 reviews)

This course is designed for healthcare providers who are often tasked with providing Family Planning services—primarily medical officers, nurses, clinical associates and assumes trainees will have a minimum clinical training. 8 CPDs are allocated.

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Termination of pregnancy: options in the 1st trimester

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4.2 (5 reviews)

This micro-lesson will discuss the assessment, counselling and support, integration with Sexual and Reproductive Health services and termination of pregnancy options available in the 1st trimester. . 1 CPD point has been allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Pre-Eclampsia: Risk stratification and Management

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Through this micro-lesson, Prof Mfundo Mabenge will Provide guidance on prediction, risk stratification, monitoring, and management of pre-eclampsia in the antenatal, labour and postnatal stage of pregnancy. 1 CPD point has been allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Female Pelvic Organ Prolapse

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Pelvic organ prolapse is the descent of the bladder, uterus or vagina through the vaginal opening. Women of all ages may be affected, although pelvic organ prolapse is more common in older women. 1 CPD point is allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Covid-19

Maternal and Perinatal Care During COVID 19

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The micro-lesson will explore latest evidence on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the care for pregnant women, perinatal outcomes and newborns. 1 CPD point has been allocated.

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Non-Pregnancy Related Infections & Maternal Deaths

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5.0 (1 review)

This course will discuss early signs of infections during pregnancy, encourage early detection and timely treatment. The importance of good hygiene and infection prevention practices will be emphasized. 1 CPD point has been allocated.

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

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Did you know that polycystic ovary syndrome is the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age? During course will review the basics of PCOS. symptoms and treatment. 1 CPD point is allocated.

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Approach to Female Urinary Incontinence

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This micro-lesson will discuss the epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of urinary incontinence in females. 1 CPD point is allocated.

All Courses, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ethics

Gender Dysphoria: Assessment, Ethics and Management Options

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Gender affirmation treatment remains a challenge in transgender medicine. This lesson will review the assessment, management options and bioethical aspects related to medical treatment of people with gender dysphoria. 2 CPDs: 1 Clinical & 1 Ethics.

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An approach to an Infertile Couple

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4.4 (5 reviews)

Infertility is a common clinical and social problem. It affects 13% to 15% of couples worldwide. The prevalence varies widely due to limited resources and available treatments. 1 CPD point is allocated.

All Courses, Internal Medicine, HIV Medicine, Tuberculosis

Updated HIV Clinical Management Guidelines

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5.0 (1 review)

This course is to increase HCW awareness about key changes in ART Clinical Guidelines and improve thier knowledge on the use of optimised regimens for people living with HIV. 10 CPDs are allocated.