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CDC in Saudi Arabia
  • Published Date:
    December 2015
  • Language:
    English
Filetype[PDF-110.69 KB]


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  • Description:
    Staff -- At a Glance -- Top 10 Causes of Death -- Global Health Security -- Field Epidemiology Training Program.

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has worked with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for over 20 years. It has formed partnerships with the Ministry of Health, WHO, local partners, and other U.S. Government agencies to reduce the impact of emerging diseases, build capacity in areas such as laboratory systems and epidemiology, strengthen immunization services, respond to public health emergencies, and conduct surveillance, surveys, and studies.

    saudia-arabia_factsheet.pdf

  • Document Type:
    Pamphlet (or booklet)
  • Collection(s):
    Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection
  • Place as Subject:
    Saudi Arabia
  • Supporting Files:
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