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[Notifiable infectious diseases: knowledge and notification among hospital physicians]
Laura Rubio-Cirilo1, M Dolores Martín-Ríos, Gonzalo de Las Casas-Cámara
1Departamento de Medicina Preventiva, Hospital Universitario Fundación Alcorcón, Madrid, España.
Enfermedades Infecciosas Y Microbiologia Clinica
|March 7, 2013
Summary
Hospital physicians show significant gaps in knowledge regarding notifiable infectious diseases and their reporting procedures. Many admit to under-reporting due to insufficient awareness of mandatory notifications and disease lists.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
- Medical Education
Context:
- Notifiable infectious diseases require mandatory reporting for public health surveillance.
- Physician knowledge and attitudes towards reporting are crucial for effective disease control.
- Under-reporting of infectious diseases poses a significant public health risk.
Purpose:
- To assess hospital physicians' knowledge of notifiable infectious diseases.
- To evaluate physicians' self-reported attitudes towards disease notification.
- To identify factors contributing to the under-reporting of infectious diseases.
Summary:
- An observational study surveyed 248 physicians using a 14-questionnaire.
- Results revealed significant knowledge deficits regarding which diseases are notifiable and reporting procedures.
- Physicians demonstrated varied knowledge levels, with notable differences between medical and surgical departments, and senior doctors versus residents.
Impact:
- Findings highlight a critical need for improved medical education on notifiable diseases and reporting protocols.
- Addressing knowledge gaps can enhance disease surveillance accuracy and public health protection.
- Interventions targeting physician awareness are essential to combat under-reporting and improve infectious disease management.
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