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Assessing the landscape of digital health implementation for data services in Cameroon.
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Abstract
Background: Digital health technologies offer promising avenues for addressing challenges in healthcare systems, particularly in regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa, including Cameroon. These technologies can improve access to care, enhance quality, and optimize healthcare delivery and monitoring through better data management and interoperability. This study aimed to assess the landscape of digital health implementation for data services in Cameroon, focusing on governance, interoperability, and the adoption of digital platforms. Methods: We used a mixed methods approach, administering questionnaires ( Results: The study revealed significant gaps in governance and policy support for digital health in Cameroon, with 85% of respondents unaware of any existing guidelines. This gap in governance highlights the need for comprehensive policies to guide digital health initiatives. Moreover, 86.7% felt there was inadequate policy support for digital health implementation, particularly among those with higher academic qualifications ( Conclusion: Cameroon faces critical challenges in digital health implementation, particularly in governance, policy support, and system interoperability. Addressing these issues requires a concerted effort to develop comprehensive digital health policies, enhance training, and ensure interoperability of health information systems. These measures are essential for leveraging digital health technologies to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes in Cameroon.
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