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Satellite imagery and data are widely used in public health surveillance to provide early warning of disease outbreaks and for averting pandemics. Convergence of these technologies began in the 1970s and has gained wide acceptance in the 21st Century.Environmental Tracking for Public Health Surveillance focuses on the expanding use of satellite sen
This book investigates the integration of satellite imagery and remote sensing technologies as critical tools for modern public health surveillance and disease outbreak prevention. The author examines the historical convergence of aerospace technology and epidemiology, tracing the development of these systems from their inception in the 1970s to their current status as essential components of global health monitoring. By analyzing the technical capabilities of satellite sensors, the text provides a framework for how spatial data informs early warning systems and pandemic mitigation strategies.
What You Will Find
Experts recognize this volume as a technical resource for professionals working at the intersection of geography and public health. Readers frequently note the specialized nature of the content, which serves as a foundational reference for those implementing remote sensing in clinical or governmental surveillance programs.
Page Count:
480
Publication Date:
2012-01-01
Publisher:
CRC Press
ISBN-10:
0203093275
ISBN-13:
9780203093276
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