Connecticut becomes one of first states to join new U.S. disease tracking system
The system is designed to monitor cases of preventable illnesses, including measles, whooping cough and meningitis.
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Connecticut health officials are expanding the way they monitor and track preventable diseases.
The Connecticut Department of Public Health says it is among the first states in the nation to share information through the new U.S. Disease Tracker.
The system is designed to monitor cases of preventable illnesses, including measles, whooping cough and meningitis.
Health officials say the tracker will help improve public awareness and disease surveillance by providing timely information on outbreaks and case trends.
Additional diseases are expected to be added to the system in the future.
State officials say the new tool will help strengthen efforts to identify and respond to public health concerns.
