Public Health

GIS plays an important role in the origin of an epidemic, the affected areas, and the number of persons affected etc. Mapping the onset of new cases can assist health practitioners in limiting the spread of the disease. We can address medical issues and analyze health abnormalities using GIS which gives health care providers a better understanding of the medical needs of the community for improved care.

Satellite images can help the health organization to respond quicker in emergency situations. With the use of high resolution satellite images for mapping or monitoring purposes, GIS can aid decision making and provide an accurate comparison of the affected areas before and after events such as flood, fire, earthquake etc. Services can be prioritized and directed to the worst affected areas.