Strengthening systems for communicable disease surveillance: creating a laboratory network in Rwanda

• Main Authors: Ndihokubwayo Jean B (Author), Alemu Wondimagegnehu (Author), Perry Helen N (Author), Mukankwiro Therese (Author), Rugimbanya Pierre (Author), Gatabazi John B (Author), Kebede Senait (Author), Kramer Michael H (Author), Mukabayire Odette (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The recent emergence of a novel strain of influenza virus with pandemic potential underscores the need for quality surveillance and laboratory services to contribute to the timely detection and confirmation of public health threats....