Responding to the Call through Translating Science into Impact: Building an Evidence-Based Approaches to Effectively Curb Public Health Emergencies [Covid-19 Crisis]

Abstract

COVID-19 demonstrated a global catastrophe that touched everybody, including the scientific community. As we respond and recover rapidly from this pandemic, there is an opportunity to guarantee that the fabric of our society includes sustainability, fairness, and care. However, approaches to environmental health attempt to decrease the populations burden of COVID-19, toward saving patients from becoming ill along with preserving the allocation of clinical resources and public safety standards. This paper explores environmental and public health evidence-based practices toward responding to Covid-19. A literature review tried to do a deep dive through the use of various search engines such as Mendeley, Research Gate, CAB Abstract, Google Scholar, Summon, PubMed, Scopus, Hinari, Dimension, OARE Abstract, SSRN, Academia search strategy toward retrieving research publications, "grey literature" as well as reports from expert working groups. To achieve enhanced population health, it is recommended to adopt widespread evidence-based strategies, particularly in this uncertain time. As only together can evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) can become a reality which include effective policies and practices, transparency and accountability of decisions, and equity outcomes; these are all more relevant in resource-constrained contexts, such as Nigeria. Effective and ethical EIDM though requires the production as well as use of high-quality evidence that are timely, appropriate and structured. One way to do so is through co-production. Co-production (or co-creation or co-design) of environmental/public health evidence considered as a key tool for addressing complex global crises such as the high risk of severe COVID-19 in different nations. A significant evidence-based component of environmental/public health (EBEPH) consist of decisions making based on best accessible, evidence that is peer-reviewed; using data as well as systematic information systems; community engagement in policy making; conducting sound evaluation; do a thorough program-planning frameworks; as well as disseminating what is being learned. As researchers, scientists, statisticians, journal editors, practitioners, as well as decision makers strive to improve population health, having a natural tendency toward scrutinizing the scientific literature aimed at novel research findings serving as the foundation for intervention as well as prevention programs. The main inspiration behind conducting research ought to be toward stimulating and collaborating appropriately on public/environmental health action. Hence, there is need for a "Plan B" of effective behavioural, environmental, social as well as systems interventions (BESSI) toward reducing transmission.

Pentavalent Vaccine: How Safe Is It Among Infants Accessing Immunization In Nigerian Health Facilities

“…By maintaining a robust surveillance system for vaccine safety, countries can uphold public trust in immunization programs and ensure the continued success of efforts to protect population health. This proactive approach not only safeguards individual well-being but also contributes to the broader goals of disease prevention and control on a global scale [6,8,9,11,12,13]. The reinforcement of pharmacovigilance systems has emerged as a critical necessity, particularly in low and medium-income countries, with the introduction of new vaccines and vaccine candidates.…”

“…In light of these findings, continuous and rigorous monitoring of the pentavalent vaccine's safety in various settings and environments was recommended. This ongoing surveillance is crucial to adequately characterize the vaccine's safety profile, ensuring that any potential adverse effects are promptly identified and managed, thereby maintaining public trust in immunization programs and ensuring the sustained success of these critical public health initiatives [6,8,9,13,14,28]. Eregowda et al [29] conducted a study to evaluate the immunogenicity and tolerability of the pentavalent vaccine, Quinvaxem®.…”

“…This efficiency also allows for the inclusion of additional vaccines in the already crowded immunization schedules, enhancing overall public health outcomes [3][4][5]. Key examples of combination vaccines include the measles/mumps/rubella (MMR) vaccine, which protects against three diseases, and tetravalent vaccines such as DTP-Hib (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and Haemophilus influenzae type b) or DTP-HepB (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and hepatitis B) [6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16]. The pentavalent vaccine (DTP-HepB-Hib) further expands this protection by covering five diseases in a single injection.…”

Harnessing Data Insights for Crisis Management in U.S. Public Health: Lessons Learned and Future Directions

“…Overall, data serve as a critical foundation for informed decision-making, resource allocation, coordination, and evaluation throughout all phases of crisis management in public health . By harnessing data effectively, stakeholders can enhance their ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies, ultimately protecting the health and well-being of populations (Raimi et al, 2021).…”

“…Additionally, during crises, there may be disruptions to data collection efforts, inconsistencies in reporting practices, and difficulties in interpreting and communicating findings to decision-makers and the public (Akomolafe et al, 2024). Timely identification of emerging threats and swift implementation of response measures are critical for containing and mitigating the impact of public health crises (Raimi et al, 2021). Investing in surveillance systems, data analytics, and communication channels can facilitate early detection and rapid response.…”