Table 4 Themes that contribute to information system and data usefulness
Theme | Description |
|---|---|
Standardization | A common fixed case definition of influenza-like illness (ILI) |
Regional Comparability | Division of views into different regions to aid in comparisons |
Completeness | Extent to which the expected data are provided |
Coverage | Extent to which data are representative of populations to facilitate generalizations |
Context | Group or macro-level variables that frame the data; also referred to as metadata |
Trusted Data | Knowledge of the extent to which the data presented are valid and timely |
Customization | Availability of data and processing features to meet the surveillance needs of the local or state health jurisdiction |