Areas We Strengthen
In its work around the world, DGHP primarily works to strengthen six areas: workforce development, surveillance, laboratories, emergency preparedness and response, partnerships, and research. Learn more about each area on the pages below.
Surveillance
Gathering, analyzing, and sharing disease data
Workforce Development
Developing expertise to track and contain threats
Laboratories
Detecting and identifying public health threats
Emergency Preparedness & Response
Supporting faster, smarter action in emergencies
Partnerships
Collaborating with countries and other global partners
Science, Monitoring & Evaluation, and Applied Research
Conducting scientific research and evaluation
Page last reviewed: December 17, 2021