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Manuela Peters1,2, Hajo Zeeb1,2
1Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology - BIPS, Bremen, Germany.
German Medical Science : GMS E-Journal
|April 25, 2022
Summary
This study provides an overview of open data resources for space and health, detailing access and usage terms. It addresses challenges in data availability for geographically differentiated health analyses.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Geospatial Science
- Data Science
Background:
- Preventive policies require data on environmental factors influencing health.
- Technological advancements enable new methods for health-related data monitoring.
- Open data gateways are increasingly available, but health-specific overviews are lacking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of open data resources relevant to space and health.
- To describe the technical and legal conditions for utilizing these open data resources.
- To address challenges in data availability for spatial health analyses.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and data source identification.
- Analysis of data availability across different spatial levels.
- Examination of technical and legal frameworks for open data usage.
Main Results:
- An up-to-date summary of available open data resources for space and health is presented.
- Information on data access and terms of use is provided.
- A web visualization of data resources is included.
Conclusions:
- Open data offers significant potential for health research and policy.
- Standardized overviews and clear usage terms are crucial for effective utilization.
- Addressing data availability gaps is key for future geographically differentiated health studies.
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