Kenya: WHO Warns Poor Health Data Systems Could Delay Lifesaving Interventions Across Africa

Kenya: WHO Warns Poor Health Data Systems Could Delay Lifesaving Interventions Across Africa

More than half of African countries assessed by the World Health Organization (WHO) are failing to adequately record deaths, raising concerns that preventable health risks could go undetected and delay interventions that could save lives.

Poor Health Data Could Put African Lives at Risk, WHO Warns - Ghetto Radio

In Summary Only 19 of 40 African countries record at least 80% of deaths. Just 43% have sufficient capacity to analyse health facility data. Only 18% have dedicated budgets for health information systems. Weak health information systems across Africa could be putting lives at risk by making it harder for governments to identify preventable deaths,... The post Poor Health Data Could Put African Lives at Risk, WHO Warns first appeared on Ghetto Ra…

When deaths go uncounted: WHO flags dangerous blind spots in Africa’s health data » Africa Global Village

The study by the World Health Organization (WHO) finds that many countries on the continent are facing challenges, including in recording deaths and collecting and interpreting health information.  “When we do not know why people are dying, which children are missing essential services or where communities face the greatest health risks, we may overlook the very people who need our…

When deaths go uncounted: WHO flags dangerous blind spots in Africa’s health data

Quality health data can help authorities to identify emerging threats and take lifesaving action, but a new report reveals critical gaps in Africa’s health information systems. 

WHO pushes for solutions as gaps in Africa’s health data leave some unseen

Although African countries are collecting substantial data around health, how it is used remains a challenge.  This information is crucial for decision-making, such as determining how many vaccines to purchase to protect children against disease, or how many nurses are needed in a particular region.  To address this, the World Health Organization (WHO) and partners […]

WHO: African Nations Fail to Adequately Record Deaths - Media Talk

More than half of African countries assessed by the World Health Organization are failing to adequately record deaths, according to a new report that exposes...