CONTRIBUTION OF GIS IN HEALTH PLANNING, CASES OF ONCOLOGY IN ALGERIA

Abstract

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) have become an essential tool in health planning, allowing for the analysis and visualization of spatial data to improve healthcare. In Algeria, the use of GIS in oncological care is still in its early stages, but has the potential to greatly enhance the planning and delivery of cancer services. This study aims to assess the contribution of GIS to health planning in the provision of oncological care in Algeria. Specifically, we will examine how Network analysis can be used to identify areas with high accessibility, map out healthcare facilities and resources, and optimize the allocation of resources to improve access to cancer treatment.A review of existing literature on the use of GIS in health planning and oncological care will be conducted, along with an analysis of cancer incidence data in Algeria. GIS software will be used to map out accessibility rates, healthcare facilities, and population distribution to identify areas in need of improved oncological services. The results of this study will provide valuable insights into how GIS can be utilized to enhance health planning in the provision of oncological care in Algeria. By identifying areas with high accessibility rates and mapping out healthcare resources, policymakers and healthcare providers can better allocate resources to improve access to cancer treatment and ultimately improve patient outcomes.

Keywords

• gis
• accessibility
• road network
• oncology
• algeria