What are the Applications of Geolocation Data in Epidemiology?
Geolocation data has multiple applications in epidemiology, including:
Contact Tracing: Identifying and notifying individuals who have been in close contact with an infected person. Outbreak Prediction: Using location data to predict future outbreaks and spreading patterns. Resource Allocation: Ensuring that medical supplies and personnel are sent to areas most in need. Behavioral Studies: Understanding how human movement and behavior affect disease spread.
