Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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

Kizito Habyara, Department of Epidemiology, African Leadership University (ALU), Kigali Gatabasira Bizimana, University of Rwanda Nyakato Kajungura, Department of Surgery, Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) Akinyi Kayiru, African Leadership University (ALU), Kigali
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18904355
Published: September 11, 2010

Abstract

Public health surveillance systems in Rwanda are crucial for monitoring infectious diseases such as influenza and measles. However, their effectiveness can be improved through rigorous methodological evaluation. A systematic literature review was conducted to assess existing surveillance data and identify gaps. Time-series forecasting models were applied to forecast future trends based on historical data. The analysis revealed a positive correlation between early detection rates and system performance, indicating that timely interventions can be more effective in reducing disease prevalence. The time-series forecasting models demonstrated robustness in measuring the reliability of public health surveillance systems in Rwanda. Recommendations for enhancing these systems are proposed based on findings. Implementing early warning signals and continuous training for surveillance staff will improve system performance and reduce false negatives. 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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Kizito Habyara, Gatabasira Bizimana, Nyakato Kajungura, Akinyi Kayiru (2010). Methodological Evaluation of Public Health Surveillance Systems in Rwanda Using Time-Series Forecasting Models. African Herd Health Management (Veterinary), Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18904355

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Sub-SaharanRwandasurveillancemethodologyforecastingreliabilityinfectious diseases

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