diseasesurveillance
Disease surveillance is the ongoing, systematic collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of health data. Its primary purpose is to detect and respond to public health threats early, thereby minimizing their impact on populations. This process involves monitoring disease occurrence, identifying patterns, and tracking trends in both communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Key activities in disease surveillance include the regular reporting of cases by healthcare providers, laboratories, and
The information generated through disease surveillance is crucial for informing public health policy and guiding interventions.