National Surveillance Unit
The National Surveillance Unit (NSU) is the coordinating entity for activities related to U.S. animal health surveillance. The NSU develops and enhances animal health surveillance through evaluation, design, analysis, prioritization, and integration.
Current Projects
NSU projects focus on (1) coordination and integration of surveillance information, (2) surveillance planning and design, (3) data analysis and dissemination of results, (4) evaluation of surveillance programs, and (5) prioritizing surveillance activities. More about NSU current projects.
Resources
- Animal Health Monitoring and Surveillance Information - This Web site organizes monitoring and surveillance information by species and provides links to surveillance information sources and major U.S. animal health monitoring and surveillance programs.
- U.S. Animal Health and Productivity Surveillance Inventory - Search for surveillance programs, studies, or related information.
- Resources for Conducting Animal Health Surveillance
- Surveillance and Data Standards for USDA - APHIS - Veterinary Services
- Developing Animal Health Surveillance Plans
- Evaluating Animal Health Surveillance Systems
- Software and Documentation for Surveillance Applications
Monte-Carlo approaches for determining power and sample size in low-prevalence applications - software module (.txt file, updated 5/14/07)
Publications
National Animal Health Surveillance System
The National Animal Health Surveillance System (NAHSS) integrates animal health monitoring programs and surveillance activities into a comprehensive and coordinated system. The NSU coordinates, implements, and disseminates information about the NAHSS. More about the NAHSS.
National Animal Health Reporting System
The National Animal Health Reporting System (NAHRS) provides accurate data on the status of animal diseases in U.S. livestock, poultry, and aquaculture species to maintain and expand existing trade markets. More about the NAHRS.