Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)

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Methodological Evaluation of Public Health Surveillance Systems in Ghana: A Randomized Field Trial on Cost-Effectiveness Assessment

Kwegyir Aggrey, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) Frimpong Kwame, Department of Clinical Research, University for Development Studies (UDS) Antwi Yaw, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) Ameyaw Osei, Department of Epidemiology, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-Ghana)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18843516
Published: August 17, 2007

Abstract

Public health surveillance systems are crucial for monitoring infectious diseases in Ghana, where effective control measures can prevent outbreaks and reduce morbidity. A mixed-method approach combining quantitative data analysis with qualitative interviews was employed. The study utilised a $2 imes 2$ contingency table to assess system performance across different scenarios. The findings indicated that the current surveillance systems were moderately effective in identifying outbreaks, with an accuracy rate of approximately 75%. Despite some limitations, the results suggest that improvements are necessary for enhancing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of public health surveillance in Ghana. Investment should be prioritised to upgrade infrastructure and training programmes within the current system, with a focus on early warning systems.

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Kwegyir Aggrey, Frimpong Kwame, Antwi Yaw, Ameyaw Osei (2007). Methodological Evaluation of Public Health Surveillance Systems in Ghana: A Randomized Field Trial on Cost-Effectiveness Assessment. African Pharmaceutical Policy (Clinical/Public Health aspect), Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18843516

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Sub-Saharansurveillanceepidemiologycluster-randomizationcost-benefit analysisoutcome measurementblinding

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