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Examining the development and utilisation of Community-Based Health Information Systems (CBHIS) in Africa: A Scoping Review.

Beatrice KuvunaMoriasi Abednego NyanchokaFatuma GuleidMichael OgutuBenjamin TsofaJacinta Nzinga
Published in: Wellcome open research (2024)
CBHIS utilizes both paper-based and electronic-based systems to collect and process data. Nevertheless, most countries rely on paper-based systems. Most of the CBHIS investments have focused on its digitization and enhancing data collection, process, and quality. However, there is a need to shift the emphasis towards enabling data utilisation at the community level and community empowerment.
Keyphrases
  • health information
  • electronic health record
  • healthcare
  • big data
  • mental health
  • social media
  • machine learning
  • data analysis
  • quality improvement