Discussion About Pandemics Index for Australia
WPDIAUS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
35.24
Year-over-Year Change
-56.10%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Discussion About Pandemics Index for Australia tracks public discourse on pandemic-related topics across media sources, providing insights into social awareness and concerns.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This index measures the relative frequency of pandemic-related discussions in Australian media, serving as an indicator of public interest, sentiment, and awareness around health security and infectious disease risks.
Methodology
The data is calculated by monitoring pandemic-relevant keywords across a broad range of Australian news, social media, and online sources.
Historical Context
This index can inform economic and policy decisions related to public health preparedness and communication strategies.
Key Facts
- Launched in 2020 to track pandemic awareness
- Covers a wide range of Australian media sources
- Can signal shifts in public concern over health risks
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Discussion About Pandemics Index for Australia tracks the relative frequency of pandemic-related discussions across Australian media sources, providing insights into public awareness and discourse on health security issues.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index can help inform economic and policy decisions by signaling shifts in public sentiment and concerns around infectious disease risks and preparedness.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by monitoring pandemic-relevant keywords across a broad range of Australian news, social media, and online sources.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index can provide valuable insights for policymakers and institutions looking to understand public awareness and concerns related to health security, which can inform communication strategies and policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated regularly, but there may be some delays in capturing real-time shifts in public discourse due to the nature of media monitoring and analysis.
Related Trends
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Discussion About Pandemics Index for Australia (WPDIAUS), retrieved from FRED.