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The role of geography and GIS
is obvious in many community
emergencies, like wildfires, hurricanes or
flooding. It is no different when it comes
to health emergencies like the opioid
epidemic. Integrating health data with
geographic information gives health
service managers an understanding of
where, when and why the epidemic is
occurring and who it is impacting. It also
lays the foundation for effective policy
and decision-making.
With GIS, state and local leaders
can quickly understand and begin
addressing the opioid epidemic in
their own communities. In the same
way that they rely on mapping to
inform responses to natural disasters,
responders can use real-time visual
data to effectively combat this drug
crisis – and save the lives of countless
Americans.
When Esri was founded in 1969, we realized even
then that geographic information system (GIS)
technology could make a difference in society.
Working with others who shared this passion, we
were encouraged by the vast possibilities of GIS.
Today our confidence in GIS is built on the belief
that geography matters - it connects our many
cultures and societies and influences our way of
life. GIS leverage geographic insight to ensure
better communication and collaboration.
Explore our website to discover how our customers
have obtained the geographic advantage by using
Esri software to address social, economic, business,
and environmental concerns at local, regional,
national, and global scales. We hope you
will be inspired to join the Esri community
in using GIS to create a better world.
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Responding to the Opioid Crisis with GIS
