Focussing on proven techniques for most real-world data sets, this book presents an overview of the analysis of health data involving a geographic component, in a way that is accessible to any health scientist or student comfortable with large data sets and basic statistics, but not necessarily with any specialized training in geographic information systems (GIS). Providing clear, straightforward explanations with worldwide examples and solutions, the book describes applications of GIS in disaster response.

An accessible and practical overview of global problems in the display and analysis of health data involving a geographic component.

About the Author
Francis P Boscoe is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, with a principal appointment at the New York State Cancer Registry.


Book Information
ISBN 9781780640891
Author Daniel Goldberg
Format Hardback
Page Count 232
Imprint CABI Publishing
Publisher CABI Publishing
Weight(grams) 660g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 172mm * 17mm