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Potential value streams of an integrated Canadian serosurveillance network
Jonathon R Campbell1,2,3, W Alton Russell4, Caroline E Wagner5
1Respiratory Epidemiology and Clinical Research Unit, Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, QC, Canada. jonathon.campbell@mcgill.ca.
Summary
Canada
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Immunology
- Epidemiology
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for robust public health infrastructure.
- Over 100 serosurveillance studies were supported by the Government of Canada's COVID-19 Immunity Task Force (CITF).
- Existing infrastructure was strengthened to support a national serosurveillance network.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the value and potential of a national serosurveillance network beyond infectious disease monitoring.
- To explore the broader applications of serosurveillance in public health, research, and workforce development.
- To advocate for the continued development of an integrated pan-Canadian serosurveillance network.
Main Methods:
- Leveraging data and infrastructure from over 100 COVID-19 serosurveillance studies.
- Analyzing the potential applications of serosurveillance for non-communicable diseases, environmental contaminants, and emerging pathogens.
- Evaluating the role of serosurveillance in advancing immunology, medicine, and diagnostic development.
Main Results:
- A national serosurveillance network offers significant value beyond infectious disease surveillance.
- Potential applications include monitoring chronic diseases, environmental exposures, and evaluating new diagnostics.
- The network supports research, training, skill development for the health workforce, and policy decisions.
Conclusions:
- An integrated pan-Canadian serosurveillance network is a critical asset for future public health challenges.
- Despite data linkage challenges, the benefits for population health, policy, and research justify its pursuit.
- The network's value extends to advancing scientific understanding and preparedness for emerging health threats.
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