This document sets out the context and steps needed to provide a public health microbiology capacity and capability in line with the current ECDC strategy for all European Member States.

The success of the public health microbiology strategy will be to:

  • identify partners across Scotland and beyond
  • agree goals so that we can work collectively across traditional divides
  • deliver improved protection against infectious diseases threats wherever they may occur

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Last updated: 21 March 2024
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