Spatial Analysis in Epidemiology

Spatial Analysis in Epidemiology

Spatial Analysis in Epidemiology by Mark Stevenson, Kim B. Stevens, David J. Rogers, and co-authors provides a practical introduction to spatial statistical methods for studying the distribution and spread of disease. It explains how geographic information systems (GIS), remotely sensed data, visualization, and statistical modelling can help identify disease patterns and support epidemiological decision-making. With examples from both human and veterinary medicine, the book is a useful resource for students and researchers working in epidemiology, ecology, zoology, environmental science, and related fields.

Key Features

• Introduces the principles and applications of spatial analysis in epidemiology.
• Explains how geographic information systems (GIS) support disease investigation.
• Explores the use of remotely sensed data in epidemiological research.
• Covers spatial data description, visualization, and exploratory analysis.
• Presents statistical approaches for identifying geographic patterns of disease.
• Explains spatial modelling methods for investigating disease distribution.
• Includes examples involving infectious and non-infectious diseases.
• Integrates case studies from human and veterinary epidemiology.
• Provides worked examples using consistent disease datasets to demonstrate analytical methods.
• Shows how spatial analysis can support disease surveillance, risk assessment, and public health decision-making.