What is the role of EHRs in public health and toxicology?
EHRs contribute significantly to public health by enhancing the surveillance and management of toxic exposures. They enable public health officials to track exposure incidents and outbreaks, allowing for timely interventions. EHRs also support the identification of vulnerable populations at higher risk of exposure, thus informing targeted prevention efforts. Furthermore, EHR data can be used to evaluate the effectiveness of public health interventions and policies.
