Monitoring emerging infectious diseases typically involves a combination of surveillance systems, laboratory diagnostics, and epidemiological investigations.
1. Surveillance Systems: These systems collect data on disease occurrence from various sources, including healthcare facilities, laboratories, and community reports. 2. Laboratory Diagnostics: Accurate identification of pathogens through laboratory testing is crucial for the timely detection of emerging diseases. 3. Epidemiological Investigations: These investigations help trace the source and spread of an outbreak, identifying the populations at risk and the factors contributing to the emergence.
