Review of the Global Emerging Infection Surveillance and Response System (GEIS) in 2009
Author Information
Author(s): Kevin L Russell, Jennifer Rubenstein, Ronald L Burke, Kelly G Vest, Matthew C Johns, Jose L Sanchez, William Meyer, Mark M Fukuda, David L Blazes
Primary Institution: Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center
Conclusion
The GEIS program significantly contributed to global biosurveillance and public health in 2009 through extensive surveillance and capacity-building efforts.
Supporting Evidence
- Conducted active infectious disease surveillance in approximately 92 countries.
- Served as the primary source for global avian influenza detection.
- Detected the first four cases of novel A/H1N1 through partner laboratories.
- Supported the diagnostic confirmation of novel A/H1N1 cases in 14 countries.
- Improved infrastructure at 52 laboratories in 46 countries.
- Sponsored and conducted 123 training exercises with over 3,130 representatives from 40 countries.
Takeaway
This study shows how the U.S. military helps keep the world safe from new diseases by watching for outbreaks and training other countries.
Methodology
The study involved a review of the GEIS program's activities, funding, and partnerships in 2009.
Limitations
The study does not provide detailed data sets from partners or host countries.
Participant Demographics
The program engaged 39 partners across 92 countries.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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