Obligations to report outbreaks of foodborne disease under the International Health Regulations (2005).
Every year, Australia identifies 2-3 outbreaks associated with imported foods. To examine national authorities' obligations under the International Health Regulations (2005), we reviewed outbreaks in 2001-2007 that implicated internationally distributed foods. Under these regulations, 6 (43%) [corrected] of 14 outbreaks would have required notification to the World Health Organization.
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Martyn
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Office of Health Protection, Australian Government Department of Health & Ageing, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. martyn.kirk@health.gov.au
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Jennie
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Gregory
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Fullerton
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