Epidemic Information Exchange

**Semantic type:** Professional or Occupational Group

**Definition:** A secure, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-controlled web network that connects public health professionals involved in identifying, investigating, and responding to public health threats. It provides rapid reporting, immediate notification, editorial support, and coordination between public health professionals during public health investigations.

**Synonyms:** - Epi-X - Epidemic Information Exchange (Epi-X)