Medical Center Occupational Health Basics-Appendices to the TB Comapnion Document

Appendices to the TB Comapnion Document

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The document provides resources and information for healthcare professionals in the field of Medical Center Occupational Health (MCOH). It acknowledges that no course can teach everything there is to know about the field, as it continually evolves with new challenges and complexities. Here are some resources suggested in the document:<br /><br />1. Join a community: Being part of a community is important for networking and seeking help when needed. The MCOH Section of ACOEM (American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) offers an active special interest group with ongoing dialogue and engagement opportunities.<br /><br />2. MCOH-EH listserv: Managed by Dr. Joe Fanucchi for over 20 years, this email listserv includes over 1,200 members from various professions. It provides a platform for lively discussions and debates on MCOH topics.<br /><br />3. Association of Occupational Health Professionals in Healthcare (AOHP): Primarily a nursing organization, AOHP welcomes members from various medical professions. They hold annual meetings that offer valuable resources and sessions on topics such as starting and staffing an Occupational Health program.<br /><br />The document also emphasizes the importance of staying informed about new guidance and evidence in public health and occupational health. It suggests listening to live briefings and accessing presentation slides and recordings from various sources such as CDC's Clinician Outreach & Education Activity (COCA) Calls and Advisory Committee meetings.<br /><br />Additionally, the document provides supplementary references for specific topics related to Occupational Health, such as guidelines for infected healthcare personnel (HCP), TB testing and treatment guidelines for HCP, and resources from OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).<br /><br />In conclusion, the document serves as a guide for healthcare professionals in the MCOH field, providing them with resources, communities, and the importance of staying informed to enhance their practice.

Keywords

Medical Center Occupational Health

MCOH

healthcare professionals

resources

ACOEM

AOHP

occupational health

public health

guidelines

OSHA