Influenzanet is a system to monitor the activity of influenza-like-illness (ILI) with the aid of volunteers via the internet
Developing the framework for an epidemic forecast infrastructure.
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The Seventh Framework Programme (FP7) bundles all research-related EU initiatives.
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1625In contrast with the traditional system of sentinel networks of mainly primary care physicians coordinated by the European Influenza Surveillance Scheme (EISS), InfluenzaNet obtains its data directly from the population. This creates a fast and flexible monitoring system whose uniformity allows for direct comparison of ILI rates between countries.
Any resident of a country where InfluenzaNet is implemented can participate by completing an online application form, which contains various medical, geographic and behavioural questions. Participants are reminded weekly to report any symptoms they have experienced since their last visit. The incidence of ILI is determined on the basis of a uniform case definition.
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Join Ireland's Flusurvey for 2014/15!
FluSurvey is Ireland's online crowdsourcing system which allows members of the public to fight against seasonal flu. This system - in place across many European countries - helps medical professionals across Europe to track the spread of the virus.
Just click Register to join.
Below we map the reported levels of ILI activity from our participants around the country. The map shows a gradient from no reported ILI (blue) to very high ILI (red), and is based on Ireland's statistical regions.
Please note that caution should be used in interpreting the estimated levels of ILI activity shown on the map, as the data may be based on small numbers.
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