Exploring the Cause of Kidney Disease in Sri Lanka
About this case study:
This intermediate-level case study takes you on an investigatory adventure in Sri Lanka to assist with an investigation of a chronic disease of unknown etiology.
Upon completion of this Case Study, the trainee will be able to:
- List the steps involved in investigating a chronic disease of unknown etiology (cause)
- Identify and organize the types of information that needs to be collected in a community-based survey to recognize the causative agent(s) of Chronic Kidney Disease
- Understand the importance of a One Health approach for solving the mystery of this Chronic Kidney Disease case
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Core Compentency Domains
This material will address the following Core Competency Domains from the One Health Workforce – Next Generation Program:
- Epidemiology and Surveillance
- Research and Evaluation