The Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center: enhancing the Military Health System’s public health capabilities
2011
Enhancing Military Health System’s Public Health Capabilities
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Author Information
Author(s): Robert F DeFraites
Primary Institution: Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center
Conclusion
The Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center has improved the understanding of infectious disease threats and health of U.S. military populations.
Supporting Evidence
- The center was established to enhance health surveillance for military populations.
- AFHSC played a key role during the H1N1 pandemic by coordinating public health efforts.
- The center has developed standards for military public health surveillance.
Takeaway
This study talks about how the military is working to keep soldiers healthy by tracking diseases and health issues.
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