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Adding GIS and Earth Observations to Syndromic Surveillance
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This paper describes an integrated modeling, sensing, and information system for forecasting atmospheric dust episodes and monitoring PM2.5 and PM10 concentrations that aggravate respiratory diseases in the American southwest.… currently being designed and im- plemented by health care providers and public health agencies in the region. … understood. With further development and testing, health care professionals should be able to increase substantially … effort will be implemented to engage interested health care and syndromic surveillance professionals to optimize … -
Algorithms to Characterize Syndromic Surveillance Spatial Alerts
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This paper explores some visualization methods for characterizing spatial signals detected by SaTScan and discusses how these maps might aid in deciding whether to investigate a signal, as well as the scope and focus of the investigation.… 48 hospitals encompassing approximately 90% of all NYC ED visits. Syndromes are coded according to chief complaint and … -
(Syndromic) Surveillance of Birthweight, Gestation, and Infant Mortality
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There is a great deal of interest in spatial patterns of infant mortality. However, small numbers can make spatial patterns difficult to discern and may mask areas of persistently high risk. This study investigates the spatial pattern of birthweight… read more… and weight of mother, parity, insurance and pre-natal care status, and a number of flags for health and congenital …