Live Webinar: Hepatitis Uncovered: Understanding, Preventing, and Managing Liver Inflammation

2 CEUs for Chiropractors and Massage Therapists*

Live Webinars are considered live credits, not distance learning.

Course Description:

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, typically caused by viral infections, toxins, or autoimmune conditions. There are five main types of viral hepatitis (A, B, C, D, and E), each with different modes of transmission, symptoms, and severity. Hepatitis can range from mild illness lasting a few weeks to a chronic, life-threatening condition that can lead to liver failure, cirrhosis, or liver cancer. Symptoms often include fatigue, jaundice, nausea, and abdominal pain. Treatment varies based on the type, with options like antiviral medications and vaccines available for certain types. Prevention includes vaccination, good hygiene, and safe practices like avoiding contaminated food or blood exposure.

Upon Completion of this class, the participant will be able to:

• List the types of hepatitis. Students will be able to identify and differentiate between the various types of hepatitis (A, B, C, D, and E) and their modes of transmission.
• Recognize symptoms and diagnosis. Students will be able to describe the common symptoms of hepatitis and the methods used for diagnosis, including lab tests and imaging.
• Explore risk factors and prevention. Students will be able to explain the risk factors associated with hepatitis infections and outline preventive measures, such as vaccination and hygiene practices.
• Describe the treatment and management. Students will learn about the different treatment options available for hepatitis, including antiviral medications, lifestyle changes, and liver transplantation for severe cases.
• Discuss the global impact of hepatitis. Students will be able to analyze the global prevalence of hepatitis, the challenges in disease control, and the efforts made by health organizations to reduce its spread.

Instructor: Rosemarie Hirshorn, CDA, RDA

*Continuing Education Approvals:

This course is approved for NJ chiropractors by the NJ Board of Chiropractic Examiners; The Institute for Continuing Education is an Approved Provider/Sponsor. It is also approved for chiropractors in states that accept PACE; The Institute is recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards. This course is approved for Massage Therapists in all states but New York through the NCBTMB, Approved Provider # 307800-00.

PLEASE READ – Live Interactive Webinar Attendance Requirements

• Webinar invitations are emailed to registered students approximately one (1) day prior to the class.
• Participants must be in an appropriate, stationary location while attending the live webinar.
  • You may not attend while driving, working, or engaging in other activities.
  • Please review our Policies and Etiquette for Live Webinar Participants for additional details, this is on our website.
• You must have access to a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer.
  • If using a smartphone or tablet, downloading the applicable app (e.g., Zoom) is strongly recommended.
• To verify continued attendance during the course, you must have the following:
  • A working microphone or The ability to participate via the program’s live chat
  • A webcam
• Attendance will be taken periodically throughout the class.
• Instructors may call on participants at any time.
• A code word may be provided during the webinar to verify attendance.
• You are required to complete and return a course evaluation after the webinar concludes.
  • The evaluation may ask you to identify the code word provided.
• Certificates of Completion will not be issued if attendance cannot be verified.
• Certificates of Completion are emailed approximately five (5) business days after the course.
• Participants who do not comply with the Webinar Code of Ethics will be removed from the webinar and will not be permitted to re-enter that same day.
  • Tuition will not be refunded under these circumstances.