Outbreak Prevention and Response Protocol (OPRP) Guidelines
The complete OPRP Guidelines document. The document will be available in
both HTML and printable formats. [not available at this time]. A
detailed outline is also provided as a "quick
start" to developing an OPRP.
GISS Reporting Requirements
Brief description and flowchart of syndromic surveillance reporting through the
VSP GISS reporting system.
Case Report Requirements
A listing of laboratory-confirmed or suspected cases of specific diseases to be
reported to the VSP.
Laboratory information
A select listing of clinical and environmental laboratory resources and required
documentation.
Shipping information
Information necessary to ship clinical/diagnostic specimens in support of an
acute gastroenteritis outbreak investigation. This information is based on
the shipping regulations promulgated by the Department of Transportation (DOT)
and the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
requirements.
Forms
Various forms used in gastrointestinal illness surveillance and acute
gastroenteritis outbreak response.
Information sheets and links
Useful information on common pathogens frequently involved in acute
gastroenteritis outbreaks on board cruise ships.
Epi Tools
Items that may be useful in an outbreak investigation.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1600 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30333, U.S.A Tel: (404) 639-3311 • CDC Contact Center: 800-CDC-INFO • 888-232-6348 (TTY)
