Date of Award
1-1-2020
Language
English
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
College/School/Department
Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Program
Epidemiology
Content Description
1 online resource (vii, 34 pages) : illustrations.
Dissertation/Thesis Chair
P. Bryon Backenson
Committee Members
Jennifer White
Keywords
Education, Healthcare, Lyme, Nursing, Tick, Tickborne, Tick-borne diseases, Lyme disease, School health services, Medical personnel
Subject Categories
Epidemiology | Nursing | Public Health
Abstract
Background: Ticks, Lyme disease, and other tickborne diseases are a concern of public health entities in Maryland and New York State. Children are at an increased risk of contracting a tickborne disease. Healthcare professionals working in schools (HPWS) are often front-line providers and health educators for school-aged children. The knowledge, attitudes, and practices of HPWS regarding ticks and tickborne disease is currently unknown. While there are educational materials available, uptake and use of these programs is also unknown.
Recommended Citation
Howard, Kristen, "Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of healthcare professionals working in schools regarding tickborne disease prevention and Lyme disease in New York State and Maryland" (2020). Legacy Theses & Dissertations (2009 - 2024). 2486.
https://scholarsarchive.library.albany.edu/legacy-etd/2486