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Bayesian Hierarchical B-Spline Transition Model for Family-Planning Indicators

A Bayesian hierarchical model that fits B-spline transition curves with information shared across countries and shrinkage priors for error-prone survey data, to estimate and forecast contraceptive-use indicators in low- and middle-income countries.

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Bayesian Statistical Modeling in Action for Estimation and Forecasting in Low- and Middle-income

The Family Planning Estimation Tool (FPET) is used in low- and middle-income countries to produce estimates and short-term forecasts of family planning indicators, such as modern contraceptive use an…