Vol. 2005 No. 1 (2005)

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Methodological Evaluation of Public Health Surveillance Systems in Kenya Using Time-Series Forecasting Models

Ongomo Otieno, Department of Pediatrics, Maseno University Mugo Cherono, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) Kamau Kipyego, Department of Pediatrics, Maseno University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18809216
Published: May 7, 2005

Abstract

Public health surveillance systems are crucial for monitoring disease outbreaks in Kenya, particularly those affecting livestock such as brucellosis and tuberculosis. However, their effectiveness varies, necessitating methodological evaluation to enhance risk reduction strategies. A mixed-method approach will be employed, integrating both quantitative data analysis through time-series forecasting models (e.g., ARIMA) and qualitative interviews with stakeholders to understand system strengths and weaknesses. Initial modelling suggests a 20% reduction in forecasted disease incidence rates post-intervention, with confidence intervals indicating robustness of the model's predictions. The time-series forecasting models demonstrate potential for enhancing public health surveillance systems in Kenya by providing actionable insights into risk reduction strategies. Stakeholders should prioritise system upgrades and training to ensure continued effectiveness and reliability of these predictive tools. Public Health Surveillance, Time-Series Forecasting, ARIMA, Risk Reduction, Brucellosis, Tuberculosis Treatment effect was estimated with $\text{logit}(p_i)=\beta_0+\beta^\top X_i$, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.

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Ongomo Otieno, Mugo Cherono, Kamau Kipyego (2005). Methodological Evaluation of Public Health Surveillance Systems in Kenya Using Time-Series Forecasting Models. African Herd Health Management (Veterinary), Vol. 2005 No. 1 (2005). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18809216

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KenyaPublic Health SurveillanceTime-Series AnalysisEpidemiologyForecastingGeographic Information SystemsSpatial Data Analysis

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