This syndrome was created to enhance current occupational health surveillance methods. Current data sources have a lag time of at least three months and estimates are often under-reported. Employing a real-time, independent data source could enhance classification of work-related injuries and illnesses, leading to a better understanding of the burden of non-fatal work-related injuries and illnesses, and allow for quicker intervention.
Syndromic Surveillance System – EpiCenter
Data Source – Emergency Department visits
Fields Used – Chief complaint
at work OR @work OR @ work OR work related OR work acc OR work inj OR while work OR workers comp OR worker comp OR worker's comp OR work mans comp OR workmens comp OR occupa OR accident work OR job AND NOT (workout OR work up OR work note OR labwork OR lab work OR bloodwork OR blood work)