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The European Journal of Public Health 2007 17(6):652-656; doi:10.1093/eurpub/ckm023
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© The Author 2007. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the European Public Health Association. All rights reserved.

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From development to success: the European surveillance scheme for travel associated Legionnaires' disease

Carol A. Joseph and Katherine D. Ricketts*

* Health Protection Agency Centre for Infections, Respiratory Diseases Department

Correspondence: Katherine D. Ricketts, 61 Colindale Avenue, London NW9 5EQ, England, tel: +44 (0)208327 7151, fax: +44 (0)208200 7868, e-mail: katherine.ricketts{at}hpa.org.uk

Received July 27, 2006 , accepted February 12, 2007

Background: EWGLINET, the European surveillance scheme for travel associated Legionnaires' disease, was established in 1987 following the identification of the disease in 1976. In 1998, the European Commission's Decision 2119/98/EC provided a legal framework for EWGLINET's operation, and its aims and objectives were formalised. Since its inception, the scheme has encountered a number of challenges which have influenced its development as a Disease Specific Network. The solutions to these challenges, and their successes, may be of interest to similar schemes. Aim: This article traces the development of the scheme and its responses to the challenges it has encountered. Results: One especially significant document developed by the scheme is the European Guidelines for Control and Prevention of Travel Associated Legionnaires' Disease;1 its history is explored. In addition, EWGLINET's relationship with collaborating centres and other groups such as tour operators is highlighted. Conclusions: Despite changing over time, the collaborations and partnerships have been maintained and continue to ensure a close cooperation, maximizing public health effects.

Keywords: EWGLINET, historical development, international surveillance, legionnaires' disease


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