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Ch. 9 - Principles of Infectious Disease and Epidemiology
Norman-McKay- Microbiology: Basic and Clinical Principles 2nd Edition
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Capitolo 5, Problema 7

Diseases that the CDC collects information on through collaboration with state and local health authorities are called (NCLEX/HESI/TEAS)
a. Communicable diseases.
b. Reportable diseases.
c. Nationally notifiable diseases.
d. Investigative diseases.
e. Case report illnesses.

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Understand the context: The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) works with state and local health authorities to monitor certain diseases for public health purposes.
Recall definitions: Communicable diseases are those that can be transmitted from person to person, but not all communicable diseases are necessarily tracked by the CDC in this way.
Consider the term 'reportable diseases': These are diseases that healthcare providers must report to public health authorities, but the term is often used at the state level and may vary by jurisdiction.
Focus on 'nationally notifiable diseases': These are diseases that the CDC has designated for national tracking and requires states to report cases to the CDC to monitor trends and outbreaks across the country.
Match the correct term: Since the question asks for diseases the CDC collects information on through collaboration with state and local authorities, the best fit is 'nationally notifiable diseases.'

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Reportable Diseases

Reportable diseases are specific illnesses that healthcare providers and laboratories are required by law to report to public health authorities. This reporting helps monitor and control disease outbreaks and protect public health.
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Nationally Notifiable Diseases

Nationally notifiable diseases are a subset of reportable diseases that the CDC tracks through collaboration with state and local health departments. These diseases are important for national surveillance and public health response.
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Role of the CDC in Disease Surveillance

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) coordinates with state and local health authorities to collect data on certain diseases. This collaboration enables timely detection, investigation, and control of disease outbreaks across the country.
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