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ArticleJournal of public health policy2025

Perspectives of healthcare workers on drone-enabled healthcare delivery in challenging terrains of Manipur and Nagaland, India: a qualitative research.

Sumit Aggarwal, Nupur Mahajan, Prakamya Gupta, Sivaraman Balaji, Simmy, Naorem Shyamjai Singh, Ayangla Saku, Balram Bhargava, Samiran Panda

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Sumit Aggarwal *Indian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi, 110029, India. aggarwal.sumit@icmr.gov.in.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-0652-1611
Nupur Mahajan *Indian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi, 110029, India.
Prakamya GuptaIndian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi, 110029, India.
Sivaraman BalajiIndian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi, 110029, India.
SimmyIndian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi, 110029, India.
Naorem Shyamjai SinghState Health Society, Imphal, Manipur, 795001, India.
Ayangla SakuChief Medical Officer's Office, Mokokchung, Nagaland, 798601, India.
Balram BhargavaIndian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi, 110029, India.
Samiran PandaIndian Council of Medical Research, V. Ramalingaswami Bhawan, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi, 110029, India.

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Abstract

Collaborative initiatives of the drone industry and healthcare sector are becoming a pivotal step in restructuring healthcare service delivery in India. This paper documents knowledge and perceptions of healthcare workers from various districts of Manipur and Nagaland towards the use of drones for medical supply in the region. The study utilized 27 in-depth interviews with healthcare workers to collect qualitative data, which was then analyzed using NVivo 14 for thematic and content analysis. The findings indicated that 57% of respondents are unaware of drones' applications, citing security and privacy concerns and a lack of understanding about their role in the program. This study demonstrates the optimistic perception among healthcare professionals regarding drone delivery of medical supplies to remote areas, highlighting its potential to enhance accessibility and overcome logistical challenges. It emphasizes the need for training, community engagement, and safety measures to ensure effective implementation of drone technology in healthcare delivery.

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Attitude of Health PersonnelDelivery of Health CareHealth PersonnelAdultFemaleHumansIndiaInterviews as TopicMaleMiddle AgedQualitative ResearchAcceptabilityDronesHealthcare service deliveryThematic analysisVaccine procurement

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PMID39870900
PMCPMC12119324

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