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Traditional and Nontraditional Collaborations to Improve Population Health Using Geospatial Information SystemMaps:
Summary
Geospatial Information System (GIS) maps help identify opioid crisis hotspots for rapid, community-focused interventions. This study educates healthcare providers on using GIS for population health and combating the opioid epidemic.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Informatics
- Epidemiology
Background:
- The opioid crisis remains a significant public health challenge, necessitating innovative approaches for intervention.
- Traditional and nontraditional healthcare providers require enhanced collaboration and education on population health strategies.
- Geospatial Information System (GIS) technology offers potential for visualizing and addressing health crises.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze interprofessional practice collaborations in healthcare.
- To educate nurse practitioner preceptors and students on population health, focusing on GIS implementation.
- To explore the correlation between GIS mapping and the opioid crisis.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive analysis was conducted using New York State data on the opioid crisis.
- Outcome data from GIS maps of opioid use in two New York City boroughs were compared.
- Web-based modules were developed for analyzing GIS maps of opioid use near practice settings.
Main Results:
- New York State data provided a broader context for local opioid use patterns.
- GIS maps effectively identified specific areas within New York City boroughs most impacted by the opioid epidemic.
- The study highlighted the real-time availability of local GIS data.
Conclusions:
- Local GIS maps provide crucial real-time information for timely public health interventions.
- Rapidly designed, evaluated, and adapted interventions can effectively meet immediate community needs during the opioid crisis.
- Integrating GIS technology into healthcare education and practice can enhance population health strategies.
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