Unexplained Respiratory Disease Outbreaks (URDO)

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People connected by lines A Public Health Approach to Outbreak Investigations Learn about the importance of outbreak investigations. Learn More Apr. 5, 2024 Featured Person typing on laptop Investigate an Outbreak Define an outbreak and determine which to investigate. May 28, 2024 Graph A shows a rapid increase and decrease in cases over time. Data Collection Generate an epi curve and use data collection tools. May 28, 2024 Person holding a pen, writing on a clipboard. Strategies for Generating a Differential Diagnosis A differential diagnosis considers all likely etiologies. May 28, 2024 Laboratory scientist loading e-gel Strategies for Detecting and Characterizing the Pathogen Identify and characterize the pathogen causing an outbreak. May 28, 2024 A stack of open journals. Prevent Disease Transmission Guidance and recommendations for disease prevention and control. May 29, 2024 Scientist wearing personal protective equipment while working in a public health laboratory. Health Departments: Request CDC Assistance CDC can assist health departments with investigating outbreaks. May 28, 2024

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