The primary functions of emergency response teams include:
1. Surveillance and Monitoring: Continuous collection, analysis, and interpretation of health data to detect and track outbreaks. 2. Investigation: Conducting field investigations to identify the source, cause, and extent of the health threat. 3. Containment and Control: Implementing measures such as quarantine, isolation, vaccination, and sanitation to control the spread. 4. Communication: Providing accurate and timely information to the public, healthcare providers, and policymakers. 5. Resource Coordination: Ensuring the availability of necessary supplies, personnel, and equipment.
