Digital epidemiology and public health surveillance: scientometric mapping of emerging technologies and challenges (2000–2025) - Scorecard - MDSpire

Digital epidemiology and public health surveillance: scientometric mapping of emerging technologies and challenges (2000–2025)

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  • Génesis Carolina Arévalo-Guadalupe

  • Joaquin Estalin Gamboa-Tama

  • Katiuska Mederos-Mollineda

  • Dennis Alfredo Peralta-Gamboa

  • June 17, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Mapping the Trends and Challenges of Digital Epidemiology and Public Health Surveillance: A Scientometric Analysis of Emerging Technologies (2000–2025)

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsIntegration of artificial intelligence, big data, social media mining, and IoT for health monitoring
Target PopulationGlobal population with a focus on regions with varying technological infrastructures
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Exponential growth in scientific output since 2010, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Primary centers of production include the United States, United Kingdom, and China
  • Significant gaps in digital equity, interoperability, and ethical governance

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Utilize digital tools for outbreak detection

Management

  • Incorporate technologies in public health responses

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Implement monitoring systems using AI and big data

Risks

  • Address vulnerabilities related to privacy and data reliability

Patient & Prescribing Data

Individuals affected by health threats monitored through digital epidemiology

Focus on leveraging digital tools for timely health interventions

Clinical Best Practices

  • Adopt a mixed-methods approach for analysis of digital epidemiology
  • Ensure ethical governance in the use of digital health technologies

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