Eurosurveillance
Eurosurveillance
Eurosurveillance (pronounced: /ˈjʊərəʊˌsɜːrveɪləns/) is a European peer-reviewed scientific journal devoted to the epidemiology, surveillance, prevention and control of communicable diseases. It is published by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).
Etymology
The term "Eurosurveillance" is a portmanteau of "Europe" and "surveillance", reflecting the journal's focus on disease surveillance within Europe.
Overview
Eurosurveillance publishes articles on notable outbreaks, surveillance reports, and articles on innovative surveillance methods. The journal also publishes articles on relevant policy developments. It is an important resource for epidemiologists, public health professionals, and health policy makers.
Related Terms
- Epidemiology: The study and analysis of the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations.
- Surveillance: The continuous, systematic collection, analysis and interpretation of health-related data needed for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health practice.
- European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC): An independent agency of the European Union (EU) whose mission is to strengthen Europe's defences against infectious diseases.
- Communicable Diseases: An infectious disease transmissible by direct contact with an affected individual or the individual's discharges or by indirect means.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Eurosurveillance
- Wikipedia's article - Eurosurveillance
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