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Evaluation of a post earthquake internally displaced persons surveillance system (IDPSS) - Haiti, 2010
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On January 12, 2010, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, killing 4230 000 persons and placing an estimated 1.5 million into internally displaced persons (IDP) camps. IDPs are at increased risk for communicable diseases resulting… read more… tally sheets are totaled and sent to the MSPP by E-mail or on paper for those without internet connection. Each … Publique et de la Population, Port-au-Prince , Haiti E-mail: asprecher@cdc.gov Objective We evaluated internally … tally sheets are totaled and sent to the MSPP by E-mail or on paper for those without internet connection. Each … -
Development of Text-Based Algorithm for Opioid Overdose Identification in EMS Data
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Opioid overdoses have emerged within the last five to ten years to be a major public health concern. The high potential for fatal events, disease transmission, and addiction all contribute to negative outcomes. However, what is currently known about… read more… course of addiction and lack of consistent health care visits. Overdose patients are also reluctant to follow-up or … course of addiction and lack of consistent health care visits. Overdose patients are also reluctant to follow-up or …