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Integrated Surveillance System for Controlling COVID-19 on a University Campus, 2020-2021

  • Genevive R. Meredith
  • , Marwan Osman
  • , Casey L. Cazer
  • , Kevin J. Cummings
  • , Jason Hecht
  • , Cecelia G. Madsen
  • , Laura B. Santacrose
  • , Abigail S. Dubovi
  • , Marin Clarkberg
  • , Tyler Johnson
  • , Maria D. Fitzpatrick
  • , Lara Parrilla
  • , Yihong Li
  • , Lorraine Francis
  • , Isaac B. Weisfuse
  • , Alexander J. Travis
  • , Anne C. Jones
  • , Lorin D. Warnick
  • , Gary A. Koretzky

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Abstract

To minimize the impacts of COVID-19 and to keep campus open, Cornell University's Ithaca, NY, campus implemented a comprehensive process to monitor COVID-19 spread, support prevention practices, and assess early warning indicators linked to knowledge, behaviors, and attitudes of campus community members. The integrated surveillance approach informed leadership and allowed for prompt adjustments to university policies and practices through evidence-based decisions. This approach enhanced healthy behaviors and promoted the well-being and safety of all community members.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)980-984
Number of pages5
JournalAmerican Journal of Public Health
Volume112
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - Jul 2022
Externally publishedYes

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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