尽管造成了毁灭性的影响,新生儿疱疹不是国家规定的疾病。截至2023年,它仅在6个州报告。一贯适用的案例定义,并指定为国家应通知的条件,将优化监测和预防工作。
Despite its devastating impact, neonatal herpes is not a nationally notifiable condition. As of 2023 it is only reportable in 6 states. A consistently applied case definition with designation as a nationally notifiable condition would optimize surveillance and preventative efforts.