Advancements and challenges in digital health implementation in India: A comprehensive literature review
Amity Business School, Amity University, Mumbai, India.
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World Journal of BiologyPharmacy and Health Sciences, 2024, 18(01), 205–208.
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjbphs.2024.18.1.0186
Publication history:
Received on 26 February 2024; revised on 08 April 2024; accepted on 11 April 2024
Abstract:
Digital health has emerged as a promising solution to address healthcare challenges in India, offering innovative tools and technologies to improve access, delivery, and outcomes. This comprehensive literature review provides a detailed analysis of the current state of digital health implementation in India, exploring advancements, challenges, policy initiatives, and future prospects. Drawing upon a wide range of academic literature, government reports, and industry publications, this paper examines key themes such as telemedicine, mobile health (mHealth), electronic health records (EHRs), health information exchanges (HIEs), government initiatives, challenges, and future directions in digital health. By synthesizing existing research, this paper aims to provide insights into the opportunities and barriers associated with digital health in India and offers recommendations for policymakers, healthcare providers, and stakeholders to leverage digital technologies effectively to improve healthcare delivery in the country.
Keywords:
Digital health; India; Telemedicine; Mobile health; Electronic health records; Health information exchange; Government initiatives; Challenges; Opportunities
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