E-Health Solutions in Rural Healthcare in the Mbaise Area of Imo State: Nigeria

Elochukwu Ukwandu and Sylvanus Iro
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Elochukwu Ukwandu: Department of Computer Science, Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria
Sylvanus Iro: Department of Geography and Environmental Management, Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria

International Journal of E-Planning Research (IJEPR), 2013, vol. 2, issue 2, 40-44

Abstract: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions (e.g. e-health, telemedicine, e-education, e-Planning) are often viewed as vehicles to bridge the digital divide between developed and developing Nations, rural and urban centers, to achieve a better planning and distribution of health infrastructures and equipments, and to resolve shortcomings in the rural health sector. This study focused on factors perceived to influence the uptake and use of ICTs as e-health solutions in rural healthcare centres in Mbaise Imo State, and on structural variables relating to these facilities and processes. Attention was also given to patients who equally decide whether to go for e-health solution or to maintain the statuesque. Facilities on ground that will enable the immediate take off of ICTs e-health solutions were accessed. Recommendations were made with regard to how ICTs can be used more effectively to improve health systems in rural healthcare centres.

Date: 2013
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