Hofstra University faculty member Anthony Santella, a Professor of Public Health, is offering free webinars on the coronavirus or COVID-19 for elementary/middle school students and high school students. The webinars are also open to parents/guardians, teachers, counselors, school administrators, and anyone else who is interested.
The webinars use medically accurate and age appropriate content. They focus on the science behind the pandemic, public health concerns and frequently asked questions. Webinar log in details will be sent one day before the webinar. Advanced registration is required.
What Every Elementary/Middle Student Needs to Know about the Coronavirus. Saturday, March 28, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM or Sunday, March 29, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. To register.
What Every High School Student Needs to Know about the Coronavirus.
Thursday, April 2, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Sunday, April 5, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM, or Thursday, April 9, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM. To register.
Dr. Santella is an Associate Professor of Public Health and teaches in the Master of Public Health (MPH), Community Health, Health Sciences, and LGBTQ+ studies programs at Hofstra University. Dr. Santella is a public health scientist and health services researcher specializing in infectious disease prevention and control. He is particularly interested in HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and emerging diseases like novel coronavirus (COVID-19). He hopes his research allows vulnerable communities such as people with HIV or Hepatitis C, incarcerated persons, LGBTQ+ persons, youth and adolescents, and people experiencing homelessness achieve their full health potential.
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