Discursive framework for a multi-disease digital health passport in Africa: a perspective.
Global Health
; 20(1): 64, 2024 Aug 20.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-39164710
ABSTRACT
Africa's dual burden of rising incidence of infectious diseases and increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, demands innovative approaches to disease surveillance, response, and cross-border health management in response to growing economic integration and global connectivity. In this context, we propose a discursive framework for the development and implementation of a multi-disease digital health passport (MDDHP) in Africa. The MDDHP would serve as a secure platform for storing and sharing individual health data, offering a comprehensive solution to track and respond to infectious diseases, facilitate the management of NCDs, and improve healthcare access across borders. Empowering individuals to proactively manage their health and improve overall outcomes is a key aspect of the MDDHP. In the paper, we examine the key elements necessary to effectively implement MDDHP, focusing on minimizing risks, maintaining efficacy, and driving its adoption while also taking into consideration the unique contexts of the continent. The paper is intended to provide an understanding of the key principles involved and contribute to the discussion on the development and successful implementation of MDDHP in Africa.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Noncommunicable Diseases
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Digital Health
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Africa
Language:
En
Journal:
Global Health
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United States
Country of publication:
United kingdom