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A Comparison of Locally Developed Influenza-like Syndrome Definitions Using Electronic Emergency Department Data in Boston and New York City
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To compare locally-developed influenza-like syndrome definitions (derived from emergency department (ED) chief complaints) when applied to data from two ISDS DiSTRIBuTE Project participants: Boston and New York City (NYC) [1].… from other diverse jurisdictions. REFERENCES [1] http://www.syndromic.org/projects/DiSTRIBuTE.htm [2] Olson, … -
Bio-Surveillance and Enhanced Situational Awareness
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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… read more… identified 2 cases with gastroenteritis listed as a con- tributing factor. Both deaths were associated with the … 9-Mar Pe rc en t o f E D V is its fo r N au se a, V om iti ng , a nd D ia rr he a 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 … health alerts for healthcare providers, infection con- trol consultations, development of multi-lingual fact … -
Analysis of Syndrome Definitions for Gastrointestinal Illness with ICD9 Codes for Gastroenteritis during the 2006-07 Norovirus Season in Boston
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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.… de- gree of sensitivity for cases of gastroenteritis as con- firmed by ICD9 codes, however the most specific … -
Syndromic Surveillance for Bicycle Related Injuries in Boston, 2007-2010
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In May of 2001, Boston released a strategic transportation plan to improve bicycle access and safety. [1] According to the Boston Transportation Department, ridership has increased 122% between 2007 and 2009. [2] A collaborative public health and… read more… ZIP code of residence, chief complaints and ICD-9 CM-coded final diagnosis. Disposition information was … case definition that combined chief complaint and ICD-9 CM-coded information and excluded motor cycle only related … -
Models for Forecasting Asthma Exacerbations in Urban Environments
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Use case for the Analytic Solutions for Real-Time Biosurveillance: Models for Forecasting Asthma Exacerbations in Urban Environments consultancy held March 30-31, 2016 at the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC). Problem… read more… (BPHC) Phone: 617-534-5606 Email: jgunn@bphc.org Co-submitters and affiliations: Margaret Reid, Boston Public … -
Syndromic Surveillance in Boston: Validating the Detection of Small Events and Integrating Response from a Local Health Department
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The interpretation of aberrations detected by syndromic surveillance is critical for success, but poses challenges for local health departments who must conduct appropriate follow-up and confirm outbreaks. This paper describes the response of the… read more… 2/12 2/26 3/12 3/26 4/9 4/23 Date N o. o f v is its (v om iti ng ) 0 1 2 3 4 N o. o f v is its (h em at em es is ) …