Estimates are crucial in public health for several reasons:
- Identifying Trends: They help in identifying trends and patterns in disease occurrence over time. - Resource Allocation: Accurate estimates guide the allocation of resources and funding to areas with the greatest need. - Evaluating Interventions: They enable the assessment of the effectiveness of public health interventions and policies. - Predicting Future Outbreaks: Estimates can be used in predictive models to foresee potential outbreaks and prepare accordingly.
