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Syndromic surveillance is a strategy used by public health to detect emerging health issues and monitor community health in near-real time. The Virginia Department of Health\u2019s (VDH) Office of Epidemiology collects and analyzes health data from participating emergency departments and urgent care centers to identify emerging trends of public health concern. View syndromic surveillance data on the topics listed below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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More Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n

About Syndromic Surveillance<\/a><\/p>\n

Syndromic Data in Action<\/a><\/p>\n

Data Limitations<\/a><\/p>\n

Reporting Data (Meaningful Use)<\/a><\/p>\n

Contact Us<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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