This community innovation has been accepted at the 2025 DHIS2 Annual Conference
Advancing Vector Borne Disease Control in Egypt through DHIS2
Timely, centralized, and reliable data is critical for effective vector-borne disease control, especially in Egypt’s diverse climatic zones and high-density urban areas. Climate change further exacerbates vector proliferation, necessitating robust systems for early detection, tracking, and intervention. Historically, the Ministry of Health and Population (MOHP) relied on paper and Excel-based tools, leading to data fragmentation and delayed responses. To address these challenges, MOHP, in collaboration with UCSF and CDC, implemented DHIS2 to streamline vector control data collection, enhance coordination, and enable data-driven decision-making. The system was designed for scalability, security, and interoperability, supporting Egypt’s digital transformation vision. Using MOHP’s Excel-based vector-borne disease (VBD) forms, UCSF created 16 DHIS2 forms for activities such as mosquito and sandfly surveillance, rodent density monitoring, and pesticide tracking, adapting the original templates. These forms were then refined with MOHP to align with Egypt’s administrative structure, improving real-time data access and coordination across unit, district, and national levels. The system facilitated optimized logistics, real-time pesticide stock tracking, and improved spray coverage. Early outcomes include reduced reporting delays by two weeks, improved outbreak response times, and enhanced data-driven interventions. The DHIS2 platform also integrates climate and health data, supporting proactive vector control strategies. Future plans include expanding analytics, enhancing interoperability with environmental systems, and leveraging predictive modeling. By implementing DHIS2, Egypt has strengthened its vector control capabilities, creating a scalable model for other countries. This project underscores the power of digital health systems in addressing complex public health challenges through timely, centralized, and actionable data.
Primary Author: Bernard Siele
Keywords:
DHIS2, vector-borne diseases, data centralization, Egypt, public health systems, One Health
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