CHESS: Comprehensive Health & Epidemiological Surveillance System

Our CHESS platform provides real-time health surveillance capabilities, enabling communities and policymakers to make data-driven decisions that improve population health outcomes.

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Better Health Information for Better Health Policy

We are a global network of health and demographic surveillance systems (HDSSs) that provide a more complete picture of the health status of communities. Since they collect data from whole communities over extended time periods, they more accurately reflect health and population problems in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The HDSS increasingly link population and health facility data to implement the new Comprehensive Health and Epidemiological Surveillance System (CHESS).

Access reliable data and statistics on health trends and population dynamics to support informed decision-making and research 

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Member HDSSs

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Connect with our centres, groups, and secretariat for valuable resources and collaboration

Member HDSSs

INDEPTH has 48 HDSS Field Sites, 45 Research Centres in 19 Countries, and in 3 Continents.

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INDEPTH Groups

INDEPTH has the following three categories of Groups: Strategic Groups, Working Groups and Interest Groups.

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INDEPTH Secretariat

The INDEPTH Secretariat plays a pivotal role in implementing Network activities. Network members may contact us at any time.

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INDEPTH Resources

Access our Publications, Resource Kit for HDSSs, Tools and more…

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Stay updated with recent publications & annual reports

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INDEPTH Network Brochure
INDEPTH Network Brochure provides a comprehensive overview of demographic surveillance systems across...
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Population and Health in Developing Countries
Population and Health in Developing Countries
PREFACE Population and Health in Developing Countries explores key demographic patterns, health indicators,...
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The Dynamics of Migration, Health and Livelihoods
The Dynamics of Migration, Health and Livelihoods
The Dynamics of Migration, Health and Livelihoods: INDEPTH Network Perspectives The Dynamics of Migration,...
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Measuring Health Equity in Small Areas
Findings from Demographic Surveillance Systems Measuring Health Equity in Small Areas involves analyzing...
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INDEPTH Network acknowledges the vital role of policy-makers and community leaders

Passionate & Dedicated Site Leaders

Our work is powered by committed leaders, researchers, and field staff who bring local expertise and global collaboration together to improve community health.

Prof. Sodiomon B. Sirima GRAS HDSS
Prof. Halidou Tinto Nanoro HDSS
Dr. Tesfahun Melese Yilma Dabat HDSS
Dr. Frank Atuguba Dodowa HDSS
Dr. Kwaku Poku Asante Kintampo HDSS
Prof. Ellis Owusu-Dabo Agogo – IVI
Prof. Tsiri Agbenyega Agogo – MRC
Mr. Peter Sifuna Kombewa HDSS
Dr. Bernhards Ogutu Nyando HDSS
Dr. Mahamadou Ali Thera Bandiagara HDSS
Dr. Francisco Saúte Manhica HDSS
Dr. Martin Meremikwu Cross River HDSS
Prof. Oumar Gaye Keur Soce /UCAD HDSS
Dr. Honorati Masanja Ifakara HDSS
Dr. Dan Kajungu Iganga Mayuge HDSS

Meet the key organizations that collaborate with us. Their support and expertise are vital in driving our mission forward and achieving impactful results globally.

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