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ISSN 1996-1065 [Online]
ISSN 1818-1139 [PRINT] |
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Special Issue October 2008 |
| Title: |
System Dynamics Modeling in Healthcare: The Ugandan Immunisation
System |
| Authors: |
Agnes Semwanga Rwashana,
Ddembe Wileese Williams |
| Published: |
© IJCIR Special Issue October 2008, PP. 85-98 |
| Language: | English |
Abstract:
The paper develops a system dynamics simulation model to understand the dynamics of immunisation with the aim
of aiding decision making process by proposing policies that would enhance immunisation utilization. The model is
designed with the intent to show how particular variables influence immunisation demand and coverage rather than
predict immunisation coverage rates. The paper applies system dynamics modeling and field study research methods
to capture the complex and dynamic nature of the immunization process, to enhance the understanding of the
immunization health care problems and to generate insights that may increase the immunization coverage
effectiveness. The model is divided into four sectors interacting with one another. The paper suggests key
leverage points which could substantially improve immunisation demand, effectiveness of the health system as well
as vaccine management.View full Article
Key Words and Phrases: |
Immunization coverage, Immunisation utilization, System Dynamics,
Simulation modeling in healthcare
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