Summary:
In a significant stride towards modernizing healthcare systems, the World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled its latest report, offering a comprehensive analysis of the Digital Health landscape in the European Region. The report sheds light on various aspects of this evolving field, underscoring its critical role in achieving universal health coverage and enhancing the efficiency, accessibility, and effectiveness of healthcare services.
Key areas of focus within the report include digital health governance, digital health literacy and training, electronic medical records, telemedicine, mobile health, and the integration of AI and Big Data analytics into healthcare systems. The document, which draws upon data collected from the 2022 Survey on Digital Health in the WHO European Region, presents a comprehensive overview of the current state of digital health implementation.
The report demonstrates substantial progress made in digital health adoption across the region, while also highlighting areas where improvements are still needed. Notably, the COVID-19 pandemic has accentuated the varying capacities of countries to digitally transform their healthcare systems, further emphasizing the importance of digital health integration.
In addition to showcasing the progress achieved, the report offers valuable insights into the policy options, facilitators, and barriers that can shape the successful implementation of digital health initiatives in WHO European Region Member States. It underscores the significance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing among countries to drive further advancements in healthcare through digital means.
Furthermore, the report features case examples provided by countries, illustrating a diverse range of digital health applications and practices tailored to different national contexts. These examples serve as valuable references for policymakers and healthcare leaders looking to harness the potential of digital health technologies.
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01/09/2023
Source:
WHO
https://www.who.int/europe/publications/m/item/digital-health-in-the-who-european-region-the-ongoing-journey-to-commitment-and-transformation