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Tracking Communicable Disease Electronic Laboratory Data in New York State
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All positive laboratory tests of reportable conditions on persons residing in New York State (NYS) are mandated to be sent to the NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH) via ECLRS. NYS, excluding New York City (NYC), receives over 100,000 ECLRS messages… read more… investigation. Once the investigation is created, the LHD may need supportive evidence to create a reportable case or may dismiss it if evidence does not support the case … investigation. Once the investigation is created, the LHD may need supportive evidence to create a reportable case or … -
A Tool to Improve Communicable Disease Surveillance Data
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NYS (excluding NYC) has a very robust Communicable Disease Electronic Surveillance System (CDESS). This system provides disease specific modules, as well as a tracking system for contacts, and a perinatal infant tracking system. This system provides… read more… CDESS in NYS (excluding NYC). From November 2013 through May 2014, only 61% of cases were adequately treated with a … CDESS in NYS (excluding NYC). From November 2013 through May 2014, only 61% of cases were adequately treated with a …