Disease Investigation and Surveillance
Launch the media gallery 1 player - media #1Disease investigation and surveillance are key public health activities aimed at identifying, tracking, and controlling the spread of illnesses. It involves gathering information about individual cases of illness, including when and where the disease occurred, who was affected, and how it might have spread. Public health professionals work to understand the source of the infection, identify any patterns, and determine ways to stop further transmission.
Surveillance refers to the ongoing collection, analysis, and interpretation of health data to monitor the spread of diseases in a community. It helps detect outbreaks early, track trends over time, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, ensuring timely action to protect public health.
Together, these efforts help prevent the spread of contagious diseases and protect the health of communities by providing a framework for rapid response and containment.