Ahmed Azeez

A PhD in Public Health with a passion for data analysis and infectious disease epidemiology - transforming evidence into insight for healthier communities.

Illustration of a small sample group used to represent and estimate a larger population

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Estimation Explained: How We Guess Population Values from a Sample

September 4 2026 • 3 min read

Estimation is how researchers use a small sample to make educated guesses about an entire population. This guide explains point estimates, confidence intervals, and how to calculate them.

basic statistics, estimation
Diagram showing two overlapping circles representing correlated predictor variables

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Multicollinearity Explained: Why Correlated Predictors Confuse Your Model

July 19 2026 • 2 min read

Multicollinearity happens when independent variables in a regression model are too closely related. This guide explains what it is, why it matters, and how to detect and fix it.

statistics, regression, research methods
Infographic showing the key steps in reporting Exploratory Factor Analysis

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Reporting Standards for Exploratory Factor Analysis: A Guide to Transparency

July 12 2026 • 2 min read

Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) is a powerful tool for uncovering latent structures. This guide outlines the essential components that must be included in any EFA report to ensure replicability and clarity.

statistics, multivariate analysis, psychometrics, research methods
Infographic explaining the difference between Basic Reproduction Number (R0) and Effective Reproduction Number (Rt)

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R0 vs. Rt: Disease Potential vs. Disease Reality

July 7 2026 • 2 min read

In epidemiology, R0 and Rt are often used interchangeably — but they capture different moments in an outbreak. This guide breaks down the critical differences.

epidemiology, public health, disease surveillance, biostatistics
Infographic summarising essential statistical diagnostic tests for ensuring research validity

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Statistical Diagnostic Tests Every Researcher Should Know

May 16 2025 • 5 min read

A practical guide to the diagnostic tests that validate your data before any statistical analysis begins.

statistics, research methods, diagnostics, epidemiology

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Public Health Ethics: Types, Principles and Advantages

February 10 2024 • 6 min read

An overview of public health ethics covering its definition, types, core principles, and the importance of ethical practice for public health professionals.

public health, ethics, epidemiology