Syndromic surveillance has been used to detect variation in seasonal viral illnesses such as influenza and norovirus infection (1). Limited information is available on the use of a comprehensive bio-surveillance system, including syndromic surveillance, for detection and situational awareness during a sustained outbreak.
Objective:
To report on surveillance and response activities during the 2006-2007 norovirus season in Boston.
We report on a retrospective analysis of gastrointestinal syndrome definitions based on chief complaints and ICD9 diagnosis for gastroenteritis during the 2006-07 season of increased norovirus activity.
Participants will be provided with an overview of a study to determine the requirements of a national operational modeling process, including the study, methodology, and key findings. These include an overview of the current operational epidemiological modeling landscape, a summary of recommendations for the establishment of a national operational epidemiological modeling process, and recommendations for its implementation.
One Certified in Public Health (CPH) recertification credit will be available for attending this webinar and completing a short post-presentation evaluation.