Kerala Scientists Develop Dengue Early Warning System Using AI
| Topic | Dengue Early Warning System (DEWS) in Kerala |
|---|---|
| Developer | Scientists at Institute of Advanced Virology (IAV), Kerala |
| Key Features | Uses machine learning, disease surveillance, and weather data to predict dengue trends. |
| Data Used | - Epidemiological data from Kerala's State Surveillance Unit - Meteorological data from India Meteorological Department. |
| Parameters | - Dengue case counts - Rainfall - Temperature - Average humidity |
| Forecasting Method | District-wise predictions (not statewide) for localized accuracy. |
| Risk Classification | Four levels: Very High, High, Moderate, Low for easy interpretation by health authorities. |