Using EWORS for Disease Outbreak Detection in Indonesia
Author Information
Author(s): Siswoyo Hadi, Permana Meda, Larasati Ria P, Farid Jeffryman, Suryadi Asep, Sedyaningsih Endang R
Primary Institution: National Institute of Health Research and Development, Indonesian Ministry of Health
Hypothesis
Can electronic syndromic surveillance effectively detect infectious disease outbreaks in Indonesia?
Conclusion
The EWORS program has been adopted by the Indonesian Ministry of Health to enhance outbreak detection and response.
Supporting Evidence
- EWORS was implemented in 11 hospitals in 8 provinces in 1999.
- The system detected a large DHF outbreak in 2003 that spread across Indonesia.
- EWORS is being adapted to detect potential outbreaks of pandemic influenza.
Takeaway
EWORS is a system that helps hospitals in Indonesia quickly find out if there are outbreaks of diseases so they can act fast to help people.
Methodology
Data on 29 signs and symptoms from patients with suspected infectious diseases were collected daily from selected hospitals and analyzed.
Limitations
Challenges include high costs, maintaining hospital commitment, and ensuring effective teamwork.
Participant Demographics
The program involves hospitals in Indonesia, with a focus on areas with epidemic potential.
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