An evaluation of the surveillance system for dengue virus infections in Maldives.

Background: Dengue is endemic in Maldives. The largest epidemic to date was in 2011. This study evaluates the surveillance system for dengue during 2011, identifies gaps and suggests ways to improve.

Surveillance for non-communicable disease risk factors in Maldives: results from the first STEPS survey in Male.

Objective: To identify the major risk factors for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among the population of the capital city Male.

Methods: We undertook a cross-sectional survey among the 25-64-year-age group using a multi-stage sampling method with households as sampling unit. Information on behavioral, physiological, and biochemical risk factors was obtained through standardized methods as recommended by the STEPS survey guideline of the World Health Organization.