Assignment: Surveillance Database
Explore the CDC Wonder website. Select a potential health problem from the following CDC Wonder Databases:
• Environment
• Mortality
• Population
Tasks:
Using the South University Online Library or the Internet, research your selected surveillance database. Based on your research, create a 2 pages Microsoft Word report that covers the following aspects in detail:
• Describe and explain the main surveillance data collected in the database of interest.
• Describe the aspects of how clinical and administrative systems contribute data used in public health surveillance.
• Analyze how existing surveillance systems and health information systems serve forces driving change, including healthcare reform and bioterrorism (anthrax, food/water contamination and air borne contaminations).
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.