Data sharing is a cornerstone of effective inter-jurisdictional coordination. Health departments and agencies often use standardized data collection and reporting systems to ensure that information is compatible and can be easily aggregated. Platforms like the [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention](https://) (CDC) in the United States and the [European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control](https://) (ECDC) in Europe provide frameworks for such data exchange. These platforms also offer [guidelines](https://) for data privacy and security to protect sensitive information.
