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Reasons to Investigate an Outbreak <br />Identify, describe the source <br />Describe new diseases, learn more about known diseases <br />Identify populations at risk <br />Evaluate existing prevention strategies (e.g., immunization requirement) <br />Opportunity to educate public about disease prevention <br />Address public concern <br />Develop strategies to prevent future outbreaks <br />Fulfillment of legal obligations and duty of care for the public <br />Terminate the outbreak!