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Usage and data collection patterns for a novel web-based foodborne-disease surveillance system
Holly Wethington1, Paul Bartlett
1Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA 30341, USA. eyk5@cdc.gov
Journal of Environmental Health
|April 6, 2006
Summary
This study introduces a new online system for reporting foodborne illnesses, demonstrating that people readily share detailed information about suspected cases. This method enhances foodborne disease surveillance beyond traditional approaches.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Disease Surveillance
Background:
- Traditional foodborne illness surveillance relies on established reporting systems.
- Limitations in traditional methods may hinder timely and comprehensive data collection.
- Syndromic surveillance offers a complementary approach to monitor public health trends.
Purpose of the Study:
- To justify the expansion of syndromic surveillance for foodborne illnesses.
- To introduce and evaluate a novel Internet-based reporting system for foodborne diseases.
- To assess the completeness and demographic characteristics of data collected via the online platform.
Main Methods:
- Development and implementation of an Internet-based foodborne disease reporting Web site.
- Collection of data from 7,500 visitors to the pilot Web site.
- Analysis of data completeness and basic demographic factors.
Main Results:
- Visitors demonstrated a willingness to report suspected foodborne illness cases online.
- Online reporting yielded more detailed information compared to traditional telephone reports.
- Data completeness and demographic profiles were analyzed for the initial user base.
Conclusions:
- Internet-based reporting is a viable and effective method for foodborne illness surveillance.
- Syndromic surveillance, enhanced by online tools, can improve the timeliness and detail of foodborne disease data.
- Public engagement in online reporting platforms can significantly contribute to public health monitoring efforts.
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