Experience from Bangladesh: Universal Health Coverage Indicators and Digital Health Strategy

Event: Measuring and Achieving Universal Health Coverage with ICT in Asia and the Pacific

Experience from Bangladesh: Universal Health Coverage Indicators and Digital Health Strategy

02 December 2014

Author / Speaker:

Abul Kalam Azad, Ministry of Health, Bangladesh - Email the author | Other materials by the author

Global initiatives demonstrate the necessity of ICT in the establishment of an electronic health and social development tracking system. Recognizing ICT’s importance, the Government of Bangladesh implemented a digital health program through the Digital Bangladesh Vision 2009. A framework for monitoring universal health coverage in the country was also created.

Geographical Focus:

Bangladesh

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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