Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)

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Methodological Evaluation of Public Health Surveillance Systems in Nigeria Using Difference-in-Differences Approach

Osita Echieobi, University of Port Harcourt Chinwe Obioma, Babcock University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18842102
Published: April 25, 2007

Abstract

Public health surveillance systems in Nigeria are crucial for monitoring and responding to infectious diseases. However, their reliability and effectiveness vary across different regions. A DiD approach will be employed to assess system reliability by comparing pre-implementation and post-implementation periods. Data will include reported cases, delays, and operational efficiencies across selected regions. We observed a $Y = β_0 + β_1t + β_2Region_i + β_3(t \times Region_i) + ε$ where the estimated coefficient $β_3$ suggests an improvement in system efficiency post-implementation, with estimates ranging from -0.5 to 0.8 across regions. The DiD model revealed mixed results regarding system reliability but provided insights into potential areas for enhancement. Further research should focus on implementing robust data validation and improving infrastructure in less reliable regions.

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Osita Echieobi, Chinwe Obioma (2007). Methodological Evaluation of Public Health Surveillance Systems in Nigeria Using Difference-in-Differences Approach. African Sports Medicine Journal, Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18842102

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Nigerianpublic healthsurveillancereliabilityDiDeconometricsspatial analysis

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