Integration of SARS-CoV-2 testing and genomic sequencing into influenza sentinel surveillance in Uganda, January to December 2022

• DOI: 10.1128/spectrum.01328-23
• Publication Date: 2023-10-09T13:02:11Z
• Authors: John T. Kayiwa; Charity Nassuna; Sophia Mulei; Gladys Kiggundu; Joweria Nakaseegu; Maria Nabbuto; Esther Amwine; Bridget Nakamoga; Sarah Nankinga; Phiona Atuhaire; Pheobe Nabiryo; Pixy Alunzi; Tony Mbaziira; Paul Isabirye; Noel Ayuro; Nicholas Owor; Jocelyn Kiconco; Barnabas Bakamutu...; Earl Austin Middl...; Pontiano Kaleebu; Julius J. Lutwama; Andrew William Ba...
• Keywords: 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak; Pandemic

Respiratory pathogens cause high rates of morbidity and mortality globally have pandemic potential. During the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, influenza surveillance was significantly interrupted because resources being diverted to testing sequencing. Based on recommendations from World Health Organization, Uganda Virus Research Institute, National Influenza Center laboratory integrated genomic sequencing into program. We describe results samples collected 16 sentinel sites located throughout as well in other health centers. The system showed that both can be monitored communities at national level. integration detection program will help facilitate timely release information for COVID-19 mitigation provide important regarding persistent threat influenza.