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  • Syndromic Surveillance in Major Sporting Event- Jamaican Experience

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    This paper evaluates the expended and enhanced surveillance system specifically syndromic surveillance, which was implemented during the International Cricket Council Cricket World Cup West Indies 2007 (ICC CWC WI 2007) in Western Jamaica.
    … CWC WI 2007 was held in the Caribbean and Jamaica proudly co-hosted the event. Four practice matches and opening … Seaport) - A total of 1374 visitors were listed to have come from malarious endemic countries during the month of …
  • Active Fever Surveillance During Malaria Outbreak in Western Jamaica

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    Malaria, major leading cause of morbidity and mortality in third world countries has been successfully eliminated from Jamaica since 1965. This, however, is being constantly challenged by lack of sustained vector control… read more
    … Seaport) - A total of 2759 visitors were listed to have come from malarious endemic countries during the period (Dec …