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Emerging Technologies in Disease Surveillance

Emerging technologies in disease surveillance refer to innovative tools and methodologies, such as digital health applications, artificial intelligence, and genomic sequencing, that enhance the monitoring, detection, and response to infectious diseases. These technologies improve data collection and analysis, enabling more effective public health interventions and disease control strategies.

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Emerging technologies in disease surveillance are transforming how public health officials monitor and respond to disease outbreaks. By leveraging big data, artificial intelligence, and wearable technology, health organizations can gather real-time information, predict potential outbreaks, and imple...

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Key Terms

Epidemiology
The study of how diseases spread and can be controlled.

Example: Epidemiology helps track the spread of infectious diseases.

Big Data
Large volumes of data that can be analyzed for patterns.

Example: Big data is used to analyze health trends over time.

Artificial Intelligence
The simulation of human intelligence in machines.

Example: AI can predict disease outbreaks based on historical data.

Wearable Technology
Devices worn on the body that monitor health metrics.

Example: Fitness trackers are a form of wearable technology.

Mobile Health Apps
Applications on mobile devices that assist in health management.

Example: Mobile health apps can remind users to take their medication.

Surveillance
Monitoring of health data to detect disease patterns.

Example: Surveillance systems track flu cases during the winter.

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Telemedicine
The use of technology to provide medical care remotely.
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Health Data Analytics
Analyzing health data to improve outcomes and efficiency.
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Global Health Initiatives
Programs aimed at improving health on a global scale.
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Key Concepts

Big DataArtificial IntelligenceWearable TechnologyMobile Health Apps