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“... Dr. Al-Ma'ani stated that Event-Based Surveillance is not just a system—it rather represents a qualitative leap toward smart and early detection of unconventional health signals, through integration among the health, environmental, and animal sectors, and by activating the 'One Health' approach. ...”

“... As part of the program’s agenda, Dr. Adel Al-Wahibi, Director of Epidemiological Surveillance in MOH, highlighted the event-based surveillance system. He discussed its concept, the differences between it and the indicator-based surveillance system and its components. He highlighted Oman's efforts to develop this system, which include the creation of a national electronic platform, the preparation of operational manuals and standardized forms, conducting a pilot study in North Al-Sharqiyah and A’Dakhiliyah governorates, and training personnel in collaboration with the CDC, following the One Health approach to ensure integration across public, environmental, and animal health sectors.  ...”

 SEE: Oman News Agency

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