Publications by authors named "Fahad Saud Alshammari"
Background: The identification of current gaps in high-impact medical research in Saudi Arabia has international significance due to the trend of collaborative research in the field of health and medicine and the focus on knowledge-sharing. The purpose of this study is to assess the current focus, gaps, and priorities in health research in Saudi Arabia.
Methods: We employed a mixed-method research approach to achieve research objectives.
Article Synopsis
- The first COVID-19 case in Saudi Arabia was reported on March 2, 2020, and by June 22, 2022, cases surged to 788,294, highlighting the urgent need for effective pandemic response strategies.
- This study aims to analyze historical COVID-19 data from Saudi Arabia and develop accurate forecasting models using ARIMA and Prophet techniques to predict new infections, recoveries, and deaths.
- The research found that both models performed well, with ARIMA being slightly better at forecasting while Prophet was easier to use, providing valuable insights for future pandemic preparedness and showcasing the effectiveness of Saudi Arabia's response measures.