ArticleThe Pan African medical journal2017
Mozambique field epidemiology and laboratory training program: a pathway for strengthening human resources in applied epidemiology.
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- Scoping review of public health emergency management training programmes and curricula in Africa (2000-2025): implications for policy, practice and research.BMJ public health · 2026Article
- A scoping review on how field epidemiology training programs are addressing regional and global health priorities.Frontiers in public health · 2024Article
- Evaluation of Ethiopia's field epidemiology training program - frontline: perspectives of implementing partners.BMC health services research · 2023Article
- Strengthening surveillance, disease detection, and outbreak response through Guinea-Bissau's Frontline Field Epidemiology Training Program: a cross-sectional descriptive study.The Pan African medical journal · 2023Article
- Field Epidemiology Training Program Response to COVID-19 During a Conflict: Experience From Yemen.Frontiers in public health · 2021Article
- Mozambique Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Training Program as responders workforce during Idai and Kenneth cyclones: a commentary.The Pan African medical journal · 2020Article
- Addressing the workforce capacity for public health surveillance through field epidemiology and laboratory training program: the need for balanced enhanced skill mix and distribution, a case study from Tanzania.The Pan African medical journal · 2020Article
- The challenges of getting the research published when English is not the first language: the example of Mozambique Field Epidemiology Training Program.The Pan African medical journal · 2019Article
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Abstract
introductionIn the last decades, Mozambique has been undergoing demographic, epidemiological, economic and social transitions, which have all had a notable impact on the National Health System. New challenges have emerged, causing a need to expand the preparation and response to emerging disease threats and public health emergencies.
methodsWe describe the structure and function of the Mozambique Field Epidemiology Training Program (MZ-FELTP) and the main outputs achieved during the first 6 years of program implementation (consisting of 3 cohorts). We also outline the contribution of the program to the National Health System and assess the retention of the graduates.
resultsThe MZ-FELTP is a post-graduate in-service training program, based on the acquisition of skills, within two tracks: applied epidemiology and laboratory management. The program was established in 2010, with the objective of strengthening capacity in applied epidemiology and laboratory management, so that events of public health importance can be detected and investigated in a timely and effective manner. The program is in its seventh year, having successfully trained 36 health professionals in the advanced course. During the first six years of the program, more than 40 outbreaks were investigated, 37 surveillance system evaluations were conducted and 39 descriptive data analyses were performed. Surveillance activities were implemented for mass events and emergency situations. In addition, more than 100 oral and poster presentations were given by trainees at national and international conferences.
conclusionThe MZ-FELTP has helped provide the Ministry of Health with the human and technical resources and operational capacity, to rapidly and effectively respond to major public health challenges in the country. The continuous involvement of key stakeholders is necessary for the continuation, expansion and ongoing sustainability of the program.
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