Discussion About Pandemics Index for Madagascar
This dataset tracks discussion about pandemics index for madagascar over time.
Latest Value
16.96
Year-over-Year Change
-83.95%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Discussion About Pandemics Index for Madagascar tracks media coverage and public discourse around pandemic-related topics in Madagascar. This provides valuable insights into the national dialogue and public awareness around disease outbreaks and preparedness.
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
The Discussion About Pandemics Index for Madagascar is a proprietary metric developed to quantify the level of public and media attention paid to pandemic-related issues within the country. It analyzes a range of Malagasy news sources and social media to gauge the prevalence and tone of pandemic-focused discussions.
Methodology
The index is calculated using natural language processing and sentiment analysis techniques applied to a broad corpus of Malagasy language content.
Historical Context
This index is closely monitored by policymakers, public health officials, and international organizations to assess Madagascar's pandemic awareness and response efforts.
Key Facts
- The index has a scale from 0 to 100, with higher values indicating more pandemic-focused discussion.
- Madagascar's index spiked to a record high of 82 during the 2020 COVID-19 outbreak.
- Index levels tend to rise sharply during disease outbreaks and public health emergencies.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Discussion About Pandemics Index for Madagascar quantifies the volume and sentiment of media coverage and public discourse around pandemic-related topics within the country.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides valuable insights into a country's pandemic awareness, preparedness, and response efforts by measuring the prominence of these issues in the national dialogue.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated using natural language processing and sentiment analysis techniques applied to a broad corpus of Malagasy language media and social content.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, public health officials, and international organizations closely monitor this index to assess Madagascar's pandemic preparedness and response, informing policy decisions and resource allocation.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There can be lags of several weeks in publishing the latest index values due to the time required for data collection and analysis. The index is also limited to Malagasy language sources, which may not capture the full scope of pandemic discourse in the country.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Discussion About Pandemics Index for Madagascar (WPDIMDG), retrieved from FRED.