To analyze the scientific and technological evolution of digital epidemiology and public health surveillance from 2000 to 2025, mapping research trends, collaboration flows, and challenges in the field.
Approach:
Key Findings:
Exponential growth in scientific output began in 2010, with a significant increase during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The United States, the United Kingdom, and China are the primary centers of production and collaboration in digital epidemiology.
Gaps exist in digital equity, interoperability, and ethical governance, particularly in regions with lower technological infrastructure.
Interpretation:
Limitations:
The literature on digital epidemiology is fragmented across various disciplines, with limited integration of findings.
Existing studies often focus on specific technologies without a comprehensive view of their interactions.
Conclusion:
The research provides insights into the opportunities and limitations shaping digital epidemiology as a global public health paradigm.