Comparing national infectious disease surveillance systems: China and the Netherlands.
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Comparing national infectious disease surveillance systems: China and the Netherlands.
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BMC Public Health 2017; 17(1):415
Abstract
Risk assessment and early warning (RAEW) are essential components of any infectious disease surveillance system. In light of the International Health Regulations (IHR)(2005), this study compares the organisation of RAEW in China and the Netherlands. The respective approaches towards surveillance of arboviral disease and unexplained pneumonia were analysed to gain a better understanding of the RAEW mode of operation. This study may be used to explore options for further strengthening of global collaboration and timely detection and surveillance of infectious disease outbreaks.