Adoption and use of the 7-1-7 metrics for effective detection, notification, and early response actions to public health events: A mixed-methods study in Cambodia, January 2023 to July 2025

Cambodia has made substantial progress in adopting and implementing the 7-1-7 metrics. Delays in detection remain a key challenge; addressing this through enhanced risk communication, stronger private sector engagement, and improved surveillance capacity will strengthen Cambodia's overall outbreak preparedness.