Smart thermometers represent a novel source of information for influenza surveillance and forecasting. Thermometer readings capture real-time ILI activity at a population level, and they can also be used to generate improved forecasts. Moreover, the widespread deployment of these smart thermometers may also allow for more rapid and efficient surveillance at the household level.
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