Disease Surveillance Technological Contributions To Global Health Security (Hb 2016) Hardcover

Disease Surveillance: Technological Contributions to Global Health Security highlights the ongoing global vulnerability to infectious diseases. The book examines existing disease surveillance systems, explores promising technological advancements, and identifies opportunities for developing new systems. It also discusses how new technologies can help nations meet the International Health Regulations set by the World Health Organization. The book covers a range of topics, including international health policy, challenges in system deployment and implementation, data visualization techniques, the pros and cons of open-source software, and legal issues related to its use. It demonstrates how new reporting requirements, combined with technologies, big data, and advanced analytics, allow the public health sector to detect potential outbreaks and respond faster than ever before in history.