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First recorded example of public health surveillance in the colonies.

1741

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Rhode Island passes an act requiring taverns or public houses to report contagious diseases among their patrons. These diseases include smallpox, yellow fever, and cholera. Surveillance is recognized as an integral part of maintaining population health.