Why PublicHealthMaps?

Published by C.F. Cheffins, Lith, Southhampton Buildings, London, England, 1854 in Snow, John. On the Mode of Communication of Cholera, 2nd Ed, John Churchill, New Burlington Street, London, England, 1855. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Snow-cho… — Published by C.F. Cheffins, Lith, Southhampton Buildings, London, England, 1854 in Snow, John. On the Mode of Communication of Cholera, 2nd Ed, John Churchill, New Burlington Street, London, England, 1855. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Snow-cholera-map-1.jpg

PublicHealthMaps is an independent, data-driven, 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the Washington, District of Columbia metropolitan area in the United States of America. Our mission is to empower people with greater understanding about public health, maps, and everything in between.

The organization was founded in 2017 by Edward Vallejo, an epidemiologist with a passion for public health, geographic information systems, volunteerism, education, and technology. He was inspired in part by the famous John Snow cholera map during his public health education, his varied experiences living and working around the world, and people that he met during his travels, most notably the individuals at annual the Geo for Good Summits at Google.

PublicHealthMaps was created to highlight the critical intersection of public health with location and other fields. The goal will not be to reinvent the wheel, but to take it to the next level by serving as a nexus for information, training, and other resources.

PublicHealthMaps is run by experienced professionals with backgrounds in public health, geographic information systems, business, and more. To learn more about our team, click here.

Check out our Map of the Week, Coronavirus (COVID-19) page, and other resources such as our favorite podcasts. Also, our calendar of health observances, events, and conferences. We continuously add new resources all the time so check back often!

PublicHealthMaps is excited to have you join us as we grow, improve, and help to make a difference. Follow us on social media via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn and please help spread the word! We appreciate your feedback so please contact us here.

Sincerely,

Edward Vallejo

Founder & Epidemiologist