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Applied infectious disease epidemiology in Germany
1Robert Koch-Institut, Berlin.
Gesundheitswesen (Bundesverband Der Arzte Des Offentlichen Gesundheitsdienstes (Germany))
|March 4, 1998
Summary
Applied epidemiology uses outbreak investigations to control public health issues. Germany is building a network for infectious disease epidemiology, enhancing training, communication, and research.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Applied epidemiology focuses on disease distribution and determinants in populations.
- Outbreak investigation is a key methodology in applied epidemiology for public health.
- Effective public health requires understanding and controlling health problems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the essential steps of an outbreak investigation.
- To describe the development of a network for applied infectious disease epidemiology in Germany.
- To outline strategies for strengthening public health surveillance and response.
Main Methods:
- Summarization of standard outbreak investigation protocols.
- Description of network development initiatives in Germany.
- Highlighting key components: training, communication, laboratory support, and research.
Main Results:
- The steps of an outbreak investigation are clearly outlined.
- A network is being established in Germany to support applied infectious disease epidemiology.
- The network development includes training, communication systems, and reference laboratories.
Conclusions:
- Applied epidemiology, particularly outbreak investigation, is crucial for public health.
- The German network aims to enhance the capacity for infectious disease epidemiology.
- Strengthening infrastructure and collaboration is vital for effective disease control.