Asah, F.N.; Kaasbøll, J.J. Challenges and Strategies for Enhancing eHealth Capacity Building Programs in African Nations. J. Pers. Med.2023, 13, 1463.
Asah, F.N.; Kaasbøll, J.J. Challenges and Strategies for Enhancing eHealth Capacity Building Programs in African Nations. J. Pers. Med. 2023, 13, 1463.
Asah, F.N.; Kaasbøll, J.J. Challenges and Strategies for Enhancing eHealth Capacity Building Programs in African Nations. J. Pers. Med.2023, 13, 1463.
Asah, F.N.; Kaasbøll, J.J. Challenges and Strategies for Enhancing eHealth Capacity Building Programs in African Nations. J. Pers. Med. 2023, 13, 1463.
Abstract
eHealth applications are an essential component in achieving Universal Health Coverage. (1) Background: The lack of skilled healthcare personnel has hindered successful integration and use, especially in developing and low and middle-income countries. (2) Methods: A descriptive study was conducted using an online survey to collect quantitative data from 37 organizations to address this issue. (3) Results: The findings showed that there are limited training opportunities available for policymakers and eHealth specialists. Additionally, obstacles such as insufficient funds, inadequate infrastructure, poor leadership, and governance were identified and found to be context specific. To mitigate these challenges, the study proposed continuous in-service training, the implementation of computer-based systems, and the integration of academic modules. The importance of strong eHealth policies and committed leaders was also emphasized. (4) Conclusions: The results of this study support previous research and emphasize the importance of implementing practical and uncomplicated solutions to overcome eHealth barriers to capacity building in low- and middle-income countries. It is essential to recognize that the data collected for this study only pertains to BETTEReHEALTH.
Keywords
Information and communication technologies ; eHealth applications; Capacity building programs; BETTEReHEALTH; Digital Health
Subject
Public Health and Healthcare, Public Health and Health Services
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