The following article is an exclusive excerpt from 2025s upcoming Technology Review.Every year, Senior Planet collects tech tips, hacks, and recommendations from our diverse community of participants, staff and volunteers.As a special thank you for supporting life-changing programs for seniors, Senior Planet donors are given first access to this exciting report.To give and get first access to the upcoming 2025 Technology Review click here!Best Websites for Open Source DataIn todays digital age, finding online data has become easier than ever, empowering individuals, scholars, and communities to make better informed choices.
Government agencies, nonprofits, and global organizations provide open-source data on health, the economy, and the environment.Whether youre looking for healthcare statistics, environmental trends, or financial data, the platforms below offer reliable information in an easy-to-use format.While these resources are useful starting points, you can always refer to your states data platforms for more localized insights, such as the New York State Data Platform.Data.gov: The U.S.
governments official open data portal, Data.gov, offers over 200,000 datasets covering topics like climate change, crime, and public health.Its an essential resource for anyone looking for government transparency and policy-related insights.World Bank Open Data: The World Bank Open Data repository provides extensive global economic and development statistics.With over 3,000 datasets, its a valuable resource for understanding financial trends, poverty rates, and international development efforts.WHO Open Data Repository: The World Health Organizations Open Data Repository tracks health statistics across 194 member states.
It includes data on disease prevalence, vaccination rates, and environmental health, making it a crucial tool for public health research.CMS Data & Research: CMS.gov provides healthcare data on Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP, offering insights into provider networks, enrollment trends, and policy impacts.It includes datasets from CMS.gov and ResDAC, making it a crucial tool for healthcare research and policy analysis.OpenStreetMap: OpenStreetMap is a collaborative mapping platform that provides freely accessible geographic data worldwide.
It includes detailed maps, infrastructure data, and land-use information, making it a valuable resource for urban planning and geographic analysis.Additional Data Resources EPA Air Quality System (AQS): Provides real-time air pollution data across the U.S.USDA Food Access Research Atlas: Maps food accessibility and its impact on health.IMF Data: Offers financial and economic statistics from around the world.Using AI to Find Credible Sources With so much information available online, it can be difficult to know which sources are trustworthy.
Artificial intelligence (AI) can help by sorting through massive amounts of data and identifying credible sources quickly.AI tools help verify sources, track trends, and compare data across multiple platforms for accuracy.However, when using AI for research, its important to rely on well-known organizations and government databases.It is best to ensure that the data comes from reputable institutions and is up to date by going straight to the source.
By leveraging these open-source data platforms, community organizers and researchers can access valuable insights to drive informed decision-making and advocacy efforts.If you have any questions or need further guidance, you can always reach out to the data team at OATS for support.
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