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?? Kudos to my #USAID colleagues on the release of the Digital Health Position Paper (2024-2029)! It is a thoughtful, forward-looking primer on digital health transformation, rooted in sound strategies and valuable lessons learned. I was very happy to see the paper’s emphasis on person-centered and integrated approaches (such as coordinated care, data interoperability, etc.)—which is also core to our strategy at Endless Foundation to strengthen resilient, results-oriented, and responsive health systems. https://lnkd.in/e2XHEj-D ?? There are, however, a couple of points I want to emphasize that I thought got somewhat lost in the document: 1. Health Outcomes Measurement – We need to look closely at the translation of digital health investments into measurable health outcomes. As the WHO flagship report showed a couple of years ago, many digital health initiatives are not yet fully translating to tangible improvements in population health. Embedding and standardizing measurement of health outcomes and care experiences (e.g. client satisfaction) into the digital health frameworks (e.g. Smart Guidelines) could bridge this gap and help make the case for further investments stronger. 2. Health Data Ownership and Stewardship – While this document calls for better government stewardship of health data, I strongly believe we need to revisit this tenet. In addition to cybersecurity and privacy concerns (even Google and Meta fail to keep client data safe, let alone governments), there are frankly many instances where people cannot trust governments with their health data (imagine an LGBTQ person in Uganda or Afghanistan). In my own country of Bangladesh, the ousted Prime Ministers' son and his minions apparently sold the entire national ID database of 70M+ people to third parties for private gain. In preparation for the era of AI, we must find more decentralized, private and patient-owned-and-controlled approaches to health data management, to avoid such breaches of trust and privacy. Following through on these priorities with continued investments is essential, which I hope the upcoming Trump administration appreciates and continues to support. Congratulations again on this important milestone! ???? #DigitalHealth #GlobalHealth #USAID Merrick S. Amarynth Sichel Adele Waugaman Alain Labrique

Important document for everyone working in global health. Thanks Manuel Cossio - we all really appreciate the concise summary and link to full document.

Did you know that over 50% of the global population still lacks access to essential digital health technologies? According to the World Health Organization study, 37% of people lack internet access, and in sub-Saharan Africa, only 28% of healthcare facilities have reliable electricity. This stark reality underscores the importance of advocating for Digital Health Justice: a topic I had the privilege of exploring during an intensive 5-day advanced short course organized by Afya na Haki During this transformative week, we delved into: 1?? The fundamentals of digital health justice 2?? Africentrism in digital health 3?? Legal and ethical frameworks 4?? Advocacy strategies 5?? The AAAQ framework ?? Key Takeaway: Advocacy is not just about raising your voice rather it’s about designing practical, evidence-based strategies that drive sustainable impact in digital health. I am deeply grateful to Afya na Haki and all the facilitators for this enlightening experience. Together, we can work toward a future where digital health is equitable, accessible, and just. #DigitalHealthJustice #Advocacy #EquityInHealth #LearningJourney

Among all of the excellent research articles in the just-published and Data.FI-led #OxfordOpenDigitalHealth special issue, we wanted to share a superb piece authored by our Data.FI/Honduras colleagues! Its authors ask a simple but critical question: Did Data.FI’s data use methodology contribute to increased workforce capacity during a one-year period of implementation in two Honduran health regions—Central District & San Pedro Sula? Through surveys, interviews, and #qualitative analyses, the team examined potential gains in data use skills, leadership, and regional governance. The findings are clear: After one year of meeting in situation room settings, most participants reported being ‘competent’ or ‘expert’ in analysis and data visualization (59%) and being ‘very confident’ or ‘confident’ in applying data use competencies (83–93%). These improvements represent one way in which Data.FI is working to strengthen the digital health enabling environment, leading to a more capable eHealth workforce and building a culture of leadership and governance—both of which are #WorldHealthOrganization building blocks for strong health systems. The study also points to the successful implementation of situation rooms in Honduras, with clear indications of replicability for other diseases and potential applications for new health emergencies. ? Huge kudos to each of the authors: Freddy Ernesto Hidalgo Gomez, Liziem Valladares, Diana Gonzalez, and Lorenzo Pavón. And special thanks to David Castellanos for his role supporting COVID-19 activities implementation in Honduras. You can read the Honduras research article here: https://lnkd.in/gPMCjkgC. And the full issue is online at https://lnkd.in/eQgKC6-Z #USAID | #Honduras | #capacitybuilding | #healthworkforce | #OODH | #JournalSpecialIssue | #COVID19vaccines | #globalhealth | #digitalhealthinvestment | #buildingresilience | #digitalhealthsystems

This statement highlights the critical role that robust #dataprotection measures play in the advancement of #healthinformatics. Health informatics involves the use of information #technology to improve #healthcare delivery and outcomes, often relying on vast amounts of #sensitivepatientdata. Strong data protection ensures the #confidentiality, #integrity, and #availability of this data, fostering trust among patients and healthcare providers. When data is securely managed, it encourages the adoption of innovative solutions such as #electronichealthrecords (EHRs), #telemedicine, and #predictiveanalytics, ultimately leading to better healthcare services and outcomes. Without reliable data protection, the risks of #databreaches and #privacyviolations could impede progress and erode trust, stifacing innovation in the field. Nigeria Data Protection Commission- NDPC African Population and Health Research Center Dr. Betsy C. Rono Norxin FHI 360

One of Transform Health's key objectives is to advocate for robust #healthdatagovernance. The coalition recognises the need for a more effective and equitable legislative and regulatory environment to enable health systems to maximise the use of data for public benefit purposes while ensuring the protections in place to safeguard data privacy and rights, and mitigate risks of data misuse. This issue has become more salient with the increased technological capabilities, particularly the advances of AI. Transform Health has been working in collaboration with partners at national, regional and global levels to advocate for and support more robust health data governance. Look at a quick snapshot of our work over the last year to see how we’ve been driving this agenda forward! Learn more about Transform Health: https://lnkd.in/esaRdCWN #HealthForAll #HealthData #UHC #UniversalHealthCoverage Africa CDC Health Data Collaborative Asia eHealth Information Network The Pan African Health Informatics Association (HELINA) OECD - OCDE RECAINSA Vital Wave World Health Organization Young Experts: Tech for Health Fondation Botnar The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Challenges in Health Systems Strengthening-Using Quality Data-Tanzania. Strengthening health systems in Tanzania using quality data faces key challenges: Data Quality Issues: Inconsistent, incomplete, and inaccurate data collection hinder effective decision-making. Infrastructure Limitations: Poor internet connectivity, unreliable power supply, and limited access to digital tools in rural areas. Human Resource Gaps: Shortage of skilled data managers, high staff turnover, and overburdened healthcare workers affect data handling. Data Utilization: Limited use of data for decision-making due to capacity gaps and lack of feedback loops. Fragmented Systems: Multiple, unintegrated health programs create data silos. Financial Constraints: Inadequate investment in data systems for maintenance and training. Data Security: Weak privacy protections and governance issues impact data reliability. Recommendations: Strengthen workforce capacity, invest in infrastructure, integrate health information systems, and foster a culture of data use to address these challenges.

Here's my 2024 LinkedIn Rewind, by Coauthor.studio: 2024: The year data protection became the cornerstone of healthcare's digital transformation. As digital ecosystems expand, protecting the human narrative behind each data point isn't just a technical requirement - it's our ethical imperative. My journey this year underscored how robust data governance can revolutionize healthcare delivery across Africa. → International Recognition: Being named Data Protection Officer of the Year by the Institute of Information Management (IIM) Africa validated our collective commitment to responsible digital health innovation. https://lnkd.in/dAUv7gqn → Publishing Impact: The growing readership of my "Health Informatics" book demonstrates the urgent need for comprehensive frameworks that bridge technological potential with human-centered care. https://lnkd.in/dh2iWDca → Regulatory Landscape: My keynote at the RegTech Africa Digital Health Conference highlighted critical discussions on balancing innovation with stringent data protection standards. https://lnkd.in/dkrhiB-y As artificial intelligence increasingly intersects with healthcare, our challenge isn't just technological capability, but ensuring these systems respect individual privacy, maintain data integrity, and serve genuine human needs. Looking ahead to 2025, we must develop adaptive frameworks that anticipate emerging risks while unlocking digital health's transformative potential. This requires collaborative approaches that unite technologists, healthcare professionals, and policymakers. To my colleagues advancing digital health across Africa: our work is about more than technology. We're writing a new narrative of healthcare - one where innovation and protection coexist seamlessly. #DigitalHealthTransformation #DataProtection #HealthInformatics #AfricaHealthTech #GovTech #LinkedInRewind #2024wrapped African Population and Health Research Center Xeventy2.0 World Health Organization Abigail Olajumoke Akinboye Diaspora TV Switzerland Digital Health Interoperability Network (DHIN) Digital Healthcare Show

To fully leverage the potential of health data for public benefit and improved health outcomes, while also managing risks and protecting individual rights, it's essential to strengthen #healthdatagovernance through more effective legislation and regulation. Government leadership on this agenda is now critical. We urge World Health Organization Member States to demonstrate support during #WHA77 by: ?? Participating at Transform Health’s side-event on #HealthDataGovernance ?? Supporting a #HealthDataGovernance framework that sets out a #ModelHDGLaw ?? Endorsing the health data governance principles Learn more about the #ModelHDGLaw: https://lnkd.in/grK4DE-k #HealthForAll #DigitalHealth #UHC RECAINSA ENDA Santé AeHIN The Pan African Health Informatics Association - HELINA Young Experts: Tech for Health UNITE Parliamentarians Network for Global Health World Health Organization G20 Brasil 2024 Africa CDC OECD - OCDE UHC2030 - Taking action for universal health coverage Health Data Collaborative PATH Digital Square at PATH Fondation Botnar PMNCH

I am exhilarated to share that I’ve completed an insightful course on Digital Health and National Planning Systems! I must say that this was a bit challenging to me because beyond the interplay between privacy and digital health, I had to learn a whole lot of other critical stuff. While we are all agog with emerged and emerging technologies, especially in developing a national health strategy, we must always take into cognizance, the ethical components of: ?? Equity – is the strategy promoting health services that will be able to reach the most vulnerable populations? ?? Resources – is the strategy managing resources in an effective way? Is it being a good shepherd of the public’s money? ?? Safe use – is the strategy promoting safe use of technology and tools? Are the things that are being invested in evidence-based and tested? ?? Privacy and Data Protection – is the strategy implementing measures to protect sensitive information and data? Remember: Technology is not a silver bullet and sometimes, technology may not even be the best solution for the problem you are addressing! I can now say this: If you're looking for someone with expertise in digital health, data privacy, and national planning systems, feel free to reach out! I'm always eager to collaborate on opportunities that shape the future of health and technology. Many thanks to World Health Organization USAID for the course; Emeka Nwankwo for believing I could do the course and then nominating me for the course. #DigitalHealth #NationalPlanning #DataProtection #Privacy #HealthTech #Innovation #ProfessionalGrowth #LearningJourney #HealthcareTransformation #Africa