Public health surveillance detects gastrointestinal virus surge in World Cup host city
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Rachael Robertson
Summary
The Health Security Operations Center (HSOC) successfully identified and confirmed a gastrointestinal virus surge in a FIFA World Cup host city through public health surveillance tactics deployed during the tournament. The effort involved more than 30 partners contributing data and surveillance, demonstrating the capabilities of a coordinated public health response focused on a major international sporting event.
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Situation demonstrated the capabilities of a public health effort focused on the games
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