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About the HIV/AIDS Surveillance and Epidemiologic Research Program
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The HIV/AIDS Surveillance and Epidemiologic Research Program is part of Public Health-Seattle & King County. The Program conducts state-mandated HIV and AIDS case reporting activities and public health research regarding the epidemiology, natural history, transmission and control of HIV, hepatitis B (HBV) and C (HCV) viruses, and other diseases of public health importance.
Mission Statement:
- Conduct surveillance to assess the prevalence and incidence of HIV and AIDS.
- Conduct research on the epidemiology of HIV, HCV, HBV and other infectious diseases of public health importance and the behavioral and social factors associated with transmission.
- Study and interpret their epidemiology, natural history, clinical course and prevention of these infections;
- Provide this information to guide local planning and evaluation of prevention, care and social services;
- Contribute to broader public health knowledge of disease etiology, treatment, prevention and harm reduction in at-risk populations; and work in collaboration and partnership with the community and with the individuals served.
Most of the Program's activities are funded through grants from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Institute of Health, and other federal agencies. |
