GIS software is used in a multitude of ways within epidemiology, including:
Disease Surveillance: Monitoring the spread of diseases such as influenza, COVID-19, and malaria. Outbreak Investigation: Identifying the source and spread of disease outbreaks. Resource Allocation: Optimizing the distribution of medical resources and services. Risk Assessment: Analyzing environmental and social factors that contribute to disease risk. Health Disparities: Studying the geographic distribution of health outcomes and inequalities.
