The DSWG provides a forum to support CSTE members in their efforts in the development and application of consensus definitions for core data elements that are used for public health surveillance, resulting in improved interoperability and automation for efficient case data flow and interjurisdictional data exchange. The DSWG convenes peers from state, tribal, local, and territorial (STLT) public health agencies, CDC, and other partners from across the nation. The workgroup meets monthly, in addition to data element specific discussions occurring monthly. 

If you are interested in joining the DSWG, please complete this electronic form to subscribe to the distribution list. 

For more information about the DSWG, please contact Meredith Eddy (meddy@cste.org). 

Recent publications include: 

• CSTE Policy Brief “Standardizing Core Case Notification Data Elements to Improve National and Jurisdictional Public Health Surveillance” 
• CSTE Issue Brief “Data Standardization: Dates of Importance to Public Health Surveillance”  
• Data Standardization: Workgroup Proposal for Standardized Case Counting Date 

Click here  to view other Surveillance/Informatics Steering Committee activities.