Implementation of a Mobile-Based Surveillance System in Saudi Arabia for the 2009 Hajj

Authors

  • Wei Li Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5210/ojphi.v5i1.4459

Abstract

This paper explored the development and implementation of the Global Positioning System/ Geographic Information System (GPS/GIS) enabled mobile-based disease surveillance system as a feasible and effective way to support and strengthen preparedness for H1N1 Influenza A during the 2009 Hajj. It demonstrates mobile computing technology can provide rapid and accurate data collection for public health decision-making during mass gatherings. The GIS-based interactive mapping tool provided a pioneering example of the power of a geographically based internet-accessible surveillance system with real-time data visualization. The technical challenges in the process of implementation and in the field were also identified.

Author Biography

Wei Li, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Dr. Wei Li is a health scientist at Global Public Health Informatics (GPHIP), CDC, where he provides informatics assistance in coordination, leadership, cross-cutting and comprehensive public health informatics strategies, standards, and architecture design and supports the development of information systems and tools for strengthening public health systems and practice of epidemiology, surveillance, laboratory, and patient care. Dr. Li earned his MD at Tongji Medical College and his Master in Computer Science at East Carolina University.

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Published

2013-03-23

How to Cite

Li, W. (2013). Implementation of a Mobile-Based Surveillance System in Saudi Arabia for the 2009 Hajj. Online Journal of Public Health Informatics, 5(1). https://doi.org/10.5210/ojphi.v5i1.4459

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 1 (2013)

Section

Poster Presentations

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