Question

The ASPPH identifies informatics as a key public health competency. Define informatics and provide an example of how it is applied

in public health.

Answer 1

Ans) Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health:
The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) is a 501c3 membership organization located in Washington, DC. Our mission is to strengthen the capacity of members by advancing leadership, excellence, and collaboration for academic public health.

- Public Health informatics is the effective use of information and information technology to improve population health outcomes. Siloed areas within public health often speak different data "languages," making it difficult for them to work together toward shared public health goals.