Advocacy: CSTE advocates for policies and funding that support public health initiatives and epidemiological research. Capacity Building: The organization works to enhance the skills and competencies of epidemiologists through training programs and professional development opportunities. Standardization: CSTE develops standardized case definitions and guidelines to ensure consistency in data collection and analysis across different regions. Collaboration: CSTE fosters collaboration between state, territorial, federal, and international public health agencies. Surveillance: It promotes robust disease surveillance systems to detect and respond to public health threats effectively.
