Global Initiative on Digital Health (GIDH)

Global Strategy on Digital Health 2020–2025

• The strategy focuses on various domains of digital health, including telemedicine, health information systems, eHealth, mHealth, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
• It aims to accelerate the adoption and integration of digital health solutions worldwide.
• It recognises the transformative potential of digital technologies in achieving universal health coverage, improving health outcomes, and enhancing health systems.
• Implementation: The strategy encourages collaboration among governments, international organisations, the private sector, and civil society.

Strategic Priorities

• Universal Health Coverage: Leveraging digital tools to expand access to quality healthcare services.
• Health Emergencies: Enhancing preparedness and response during health crises (such as pandemics).
• Health Systems Strengthening: Improving health system efficiency, resilience, and equity.
• Data for Decision-Making: Using data analytics for informed policy and program decisions.
• Digital Literacy: Promoting digital literacy among healthcare providers and the public.