Digital Health Technologies and Real-Time Surveillance Systems: Transforming Public Health Emergency Preparedness Through Data-Driven Decision Making

• Author(s): Olaitan Kemi Atobatele ; Akonasu Qudus Hungbo ; Christiana Adeyemi
• Paper ID: 1710081
• Page: 417-442
• Published Date: 31-05-2021
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 3 Issue 9 March-2020

Abstract

The integration of digital health technologies and real-time surveillance systems has fundamentally transformed public health emergency preparedness and response capabilities in the 21st century. This comprehensive analysis examines how data-driven decision making processes, enabled by advanced analytics and digital infrastructure, enhance the capacity of public health systems to detect, monitor, and respond to emerging health threats. The study investigates the implementation of digital surveillance platforms, mobile health applications, and integrated data systems across multiple jurisdictions, analyzing their effectiveness in improving emergency response times, resource allocation efficiency, and population health outcomes during crisis situations. Through a systematic examination of surveillance system architectures, data integration methodologies, and analytical frameworks, this research demonstrates that digital health technologies significantly enhance the speed and accuracy of threat detection while enabling more targeted and effective intervention strategies. The analysis reveals that jurisdictions with robust digital surveillance infrastructure demonstrate improved capacity for early warning detection, with average response times reduced by 40-60% compared to traditional surveillance methods. Furthermore, the integration of multiple data sources, including electronic health records, syndromic surveillance systems, and mobile health platforms, creates comprehensive situational awareness that supports evidence-based policy decisions during public health emergencies. The study identifies critical success factors for implementing effective digital surveillance systems, including interoperability standards, data governance frameworks, privacy protection mechanisms, and stakeholder engagement strategies. Key challenges include data quality assurance, system integration complexities, resource allocation constraints, and the need for workforce development in digital health competencies. The research demonstrates that successful implementation requires coordinated efforts across multiple sectors, including healthcare providers, technology vendors, government agencies, and community organizations. Best practices emerging from this analysis include the adoption of standardized data formats, implementation of real-time analytics capabilities, development of user-friendly dashboards for decision makers, and establishment of clear protocols for data sharing during emergencies. The findings suggest that digital health technologies, when properly implemented and integrated, create significant value in enhancing public health emergency preparedness while supporting routine population health management activities. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on digital transformation in public health by providing evidence-based insights into the design, implementation, and optimization of real-time surveillance systems. The implications extend beyond emergency preparedness to encompass broader applications in chronic disease management, health promotion, and healthcare system optimization.

Keywords

Digital Health Technologies, Real-Time Surveillance, Emergency Preparedness, Data-Driven Decision Making, Public Health Analytics, Syndromic Surveillance, Mobile Health, Health Information Systems

Citations

IRE Journals:
Olaitan Kemi Atobatele , Akonasu Qudus Hungbo , Christiana Adeyemi "Digital Health Technologies and Real-Time Surveillance Systems: Transforming Public Health Emergency Preparedness Through Data-Driven Decision Making" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 3 Issue 9 2020 Page 417-442

IEEE:
Olaitan Kemi Atobatele , Akonasu Qudus Hungbo , Christiana Adeyemi "Digital Health Technologies and Real-Time Surveillance Systems: Transforming Public Health Emergency Preparedness Through Data-Driven Decision Making" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 3(9)