Publications by authors named "Mouhamoud Nuha"
Pan Afr Med J
September 2019
Article Synopsis
- Early detection of meningococcal disease outbreaks is crucial, as seen in January 2018 when nine cases with four deaths emerged in Liberia's Lofa County, raising concerns about potential spread due to nearby borders.
- A coordinated response was activated through a management system, with daily meetings and data collection to track cases, revealing a high attack rate and fatalities mostly among young males aged 3 to 14.
- The findings highlighted a lack of recent vaccinations and stressed the importance of improving surveillance and preparedness for meningitis in areas not typically affected.
Pan Afr Med J
September 2019
Article Synopsis
- * A Data Quality Assessment (DQA) is necessary to identify the strengths and weaknesses in Liberia's disease surveillance information system and enhance the accuracy and reliability of health data.
- * The pilot assessment in Montserrado County highlighted limitations in data usage for decision-making at lower levels of health governance, with only 23% of health facilities having a dedicated phone for reporting and a notable absence of mobile network access in some locations.
