Geographic information systems and health applications
By: Omar A. Khan, editor ; Ric Skinner, associate editor.
Contributors: Khan, Omar A., 1973-; Skinner, Ric.
Publisher: Idea Group Pub.
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Hershey, PA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 325
Subjects: Geographic information systems.; Public health -- Data processing.; Medical care -- Data processing.
Description: The present GIS environment is heavily driven by technology and such an approach is indeed logical for the most part. However, the needs of less-developed countries in utilizing the concepts and technologies of mapping should not be neglected in the continuing evolution of GIS. Geographic Information Systems and Health Applications presents a sampling of the many applications utilizing GIS in the field of health. [from publisher's advertisement].
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.