Outbreak Investigations

Question	Answer
Definition of an outbreak:	Definition of an outbreak: 2 or more cases identified from a common source in excess of the number expected in a given time or place.
Types of outbreaks:	Types of outbreaks: Common source (point source): Extended common source Common event Propagated source (person to person) Institutional/household
Who recognizes an outbreak:	Who recognizes an outbreak: The members of the community Media Clinicians Local agencies National public health agencies Academic organisations
Investigations give information to:	Investigations give information to: Halt the outbreak and prevent further illness Prevent further outbreaks from immediate and similar sources Address public concerns Involve the public in disease control Identify new mechanisms of transmission Identify new or emerging agents Safety and legal requirements

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