A newborn with Healthcare personnel © Dominic Chavez/ World Bank A baby is born. The delivery is over. The mother is recovering. For many families, this feels like the moment when the most difficult part is behind them. But medically, the story is far from over. The first hours, days and weeks after childbirth are[...]
Women practicing hand washing (International Medical Corps) Safe water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) are essential to delivering safe and quality healthcare. Yet, many health facilities across Nigeria continue to face gaps in WASH services and infrastructure, creating risks for infection prevention, patient safety and quality of care. This piece explores the state of WASH in[...]
Source (Online) Child malnutrition is one of the most critical challenges facing Nigeria’s future. Stunting, a key indicator of chronic malnutrition, can irreversibly damage a child’s physical and cognitive development. While national statistics provide a necessary overview, they often conceal the specific, localized crises that demand our urgent attention. Malnutrition is one of the most[...]
Introduction The eHealth for Everyone Foundation, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH) and the National Universities Council (NUC), introduced the Health Data Analytics (HDA) Research Fellowship programmes in 2021. The fellowships are targeted towards postgraduate student researchers and staff members of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). The overall goal of these fellowships[...]
The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science have brought transformative changes to various industries. However, this progress has also raised important ethical considerations that cannot be ignored. As data scientists and AI developers harness the power of data, they face a growing responsibility to ensure ethical practices throughout the entire data lifecycle.[...]
Introduction In a world where technology is reshaping industries, eHealth4everyone stands at the forefront of transforming healthcare. With a steadfast commitment to making healthcare accessible to all through technology-driven innovations, eHealth4everyone believes that proven digital health solutions are extremely important. In this post, we explore the exciting frontier of mental health treatment, where data analytics[...]
Data mining is the process of extracting valuable insights and knowledge from large datasets. There are various data mining techniques that can be used to analyze data and identify patterns, such as decision trees, neural networks, and clustering. However, not all techniques are equally effective for every dataset or problem. Therefore, it is important to[...]
In the world of healthcare, data is the driving force behind informed decisions and effective interventions. Efficient data management and analysis are crucial for effective decision-making and the successful implementation of health interventions. DHIS2, a dynamic platform, not only collects and manages health data but also serves as a catalyst for transforming data into action.[...]
Source: Global Tech Outlook Predictive analytics is a branch of advanced analytics employing data, algorithms, and machine learning to detect patterns and forecast future events or behaviours. It can help healthcare managers make better decisions and improve health outcomes. In this blog post, we will explore what predictive analytics is and how it can[...]
The influx of digital health records and medical imaging technologies has generated a high volume of information necessitating the application of data science in the health sector. Data science techniques, including machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), and predictive analytics, enable healthcare professionals to utilise this wealth of data for improved patient care and broader health[...]
