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  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health
  • Data Science

Context:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic (starting December 2019) significantly impacted global health and economies.
  • Epidemiological forecasts are essential for informed decision-making by governments, healthcare professionals, and the public.

Purpose:

  • To develop an interactive dashboard for providing epidemiological forecasts.
  • To support governmental decisions, public health strategies, and public awareness during the pandemic.

Summary:

  • A collaboration between the University of Geneva's Institute of Global Health and the Swiss Data Science Center created a dashboard.
  • This tool offers forecasts for over 200 countries and territories, serving as a valuable resource.
  • The project underscores the need for international cooperation and strong national surveillance systems.

Impact:

  • The dashboard has proven beneficial for both the public and authorities.
  • The pandemic highlighted the necessity of consolidated data collection, adaptable (pathogen-agnostic) modeling, and effective communication tools for future health crises.