MLT 6

Surveillance system in Brazil

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Farah Tahir
F21-0659 “A”

Surveillance
Epidemiologic surveillance involves
collecting, analyzing, and interpreting
health data to describe and monitor
health events, aiding in planning,
implementing, and evaluating public
health interventions.
Surveillance system in
Brazil
The health surveillance system in Brazil is
overseen by the National Health Surveillance
Agency (ANVISA), which is connected to the
Ministry of Health

Aim Mission of ANVISA

The Brazilian health surveillance system
aims to improve the health and well-being
of the population, reduce health inequities,
and enhance the country's preparedness
and response to public health threats.
To protect and promote the health of the
population, by intervening in risks related to
the production and use of products and to
services subject to health surveillance, in a Number of probable cases of Dengue virus infections
coordinated and integrated action within the reported in Brazil from 2017 to 2022, by region
Brazilian Unified Health System.

Objectives Dengue fever in Brazil Conclusion

• Evaluation of health policies and
programs
• Disease prevention and control
• Protection of vulnerable populations
• Health situation analysis and reporting
• Early detection and response to public
health events
Dengue outbreaks in Brazil have
increased in frequency and magnitude
since 2010.
Dengue has been more frequent in young
adults and in the Midwest since 2010.
The Brazilian health surveillance system has made
significant strides in monitoring and responding to
public health threats, including infectious diseases,
outbreaks, and environmental health risks. The
system's robust infrastructure, comprising national,
state, and municipal levels, enables effective data
collection, analysis, and dissemination