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Center for Global Health Resources Address COVID-19

Center for Global Health Resources Address COVID-19 Related Pages To help countries build and strengthen their public health systems, the Center for Global Health (CGH) supports three interconnected programs: the Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP), the National Public Health Institute (NPHI) program, and the Global Rapid Response Team (GRRT). During global emergencies, preparedness, coordination, and strong global public health capabilities are critical assets. Field Epidemiology Training Program– Disease Detectives First to Respond to COVID-19 A survey of 65 active Field Epidemiology Training Programs (FETP) around the world conducted between March and April 2020 showed that 85% of programs have trainees supporting their country’s COVID-19 response efforts. Since then, 100% of programs surveyed have reported graduates involved in data collection, response, or investigation of COVID-19 cases and contacts

CDC's Center for Global Health Builds Public Health Capacity

CDC’s Center for Global Health Builds Public Health Capacity Credit: Deblina Datta, CDC The Center for Global Health (CGH) leads program implementation to address the highest burden disease threats in the world. CGH staff and programs work to: Eradicate and End Address emerging infectious diseases Strengthen public health systems around the world Plan, implement, and evaluate health programs with partner countries’ ministries of health and by working with the Department of State and other U.S. government agencies, including the United States Agency for International Development CDC country offices serve as a focal point and provide a connection between the wealth of expertise that exists at CDC headquarters and overseas to partners in-country. CDC teams posted overseas assist colleagues across the agency, and provide linkages to ministries of health, U.S. embassies, and other partners. Relationships established through CDC country offices build understanding of the l