Recording: Medical Intelligence (MEDINT): This or That, or a Bit of Both – Defining this New Discipline (10/02/2024)
Dr. Ludwick discussed the development of intelligence in fields such as the military, public health, and business. He then cited several definitions and examples of medical intelligence. Dr. Ludwick discussed the challenges of integrating medical intelligence and public health surveillance from the perspective of the US government because there may be differences in the missions of homeland security and public health. He would include veterinary medicine and pharmaceuticals in medical intelligence, but not critical health infrastructure. The seminar ended with discussion on medical intelligence being a component of the broader intelligence community, the potential use of medical intelligence for national security, and the need to protect critical health infrastructure.
