Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome

Role of Public Health Officials

  • Obtain the most current, global information on SARS to aid in risk assessment in the community. 
  • Contact Tracing – Although many resources are required, it is essential in containing the infection.
    • Contact tracing – involves identifying, evaluating, counseling, and monitoring patients who may have been exposed to the SARS-CoV.
  • Communication of information in a timely manner to providers and health officials.[6][7]