Paucity of health data in Africa: an obstacle to digital health implementation and evidence-based practice
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2023-08-29
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Public Health Reviews
Abstract
Among the numerous challenges that Africa faces in improving its healthcare
systems, the paucity of health data stands out as paramount. This study aims to examine the
challenges related to the paucity of health data in Africa and its impact on the implementation of
digital health and evidence-based practice. The findings of the study reveal that health data
availability in Africa is both limited and frequently of poor quality. Several factors contribute to
this concerning situation, encompassing inadequate infrastructure, a shortage of resources,
and cultural barriers. Furthermore, the available data, despite its limitations, is often
underutilized due to a lack of capacity and expertise in data analysis and interpretation.