Assessment of the Chad guinea worm surveillance information system: A pivotal foundation for eradication.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the absence of a vaccine or pharmacological treatment, prevention and control of Guinea worm disease is dependent on timely identification and containment of cases to interrupt transmission. The Chad Guinea Worm Eradication Program (CGWEP) surveillance system detects and monitors Guinea worm disease in both humans and animals. Although Guinea worm cases in humans has declined, the discovery of canine infections in dogs in Chad has posed a significant challenge to eradication efforts. A foundational information system that supports the surveillance activities with modern data management practices is needed to support continued program efficacy.

Methods

We sought to assess the current CGWEP surveillance and information system to identify gaps and redundancies and

SUBMITTER: Karki S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8376011 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature