Health Policy
An open forum for SSHIA members, policymakers, and health advocates to discuss national and international health policies, regulatory frameworks, and governance issues affecting the health informatics sector in South Sudan. Engage with peers on topics such as the National Health Information System strategy, data governance, health financing, and the implementation of global health standards in low-resource settings.
What is the South Sudan National Digital Health Strategy and what does it mean for health workers?
I have heard about a National Digital Health Strategy for South Sudan but I have not been able to find the document. Can anyone share what it covers and what it...
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2 weeks ago
How does the Universal Health Coverage agenda affect health informatics in South Sudan?
Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is a major global health priority. How does the UHC agenda affect the work of health informatics professionals in South Sudan?
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2 weeks ago
What is the role of SSHIA in national health policy advocacy?
I am interested in how SSHIA engages with national health policy processes. What advocacy activities does SSHIA undertake and how can members get involved?
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2 weeks ago
How should South Sudan approach health data sharing with international organisations?
International organisations like WHO, UNICEF, and NGOs collect a lot of health data in South Sudan. What policies should govern how this data is shared and used...
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2 weeks ago
What are the implications of the African Union Data Policy Framework for South Sudan?
The African Union has developed a Data Policy Framework that sets out principles for data governance across the continent. What are the implications of this fra...
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2 weeks ago
How can health informatics professionals influence health policy in South Sudan?
As a health informatics professional, I want to contribute to health policy development in South Sudan but I am not sure how to get involved. What are the pathw...
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2 weeks ago
What is the South Sudan Health Financing Strategy and how does it affect health informatics?
I have been hearing about health financing reforms in South Sudan, including discussions about health insurance. How do these reforms affect the work of health...
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2 weeks ago
How does conflict affect health information systems in South Sudan?
South Sudan has experienced prolonged conflict that has severely disrupted health services and health information systems. How does conflict affect health infor...
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2 weeks ago
What is the role of the private sector in health informatics in South Sudan?
The private health sector is growing in South Sudan, particularly in Juba. What is the role of the private sector in health informatics and how can private sect...
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2 weeks ago
How can South Sudan learn from other African countries in strengthening its health information system?
Several African countries have made significant progress in strengthening their health information systems. What lessons can South Sudan learn from countries li...
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2 weeks ago
What is the International Health Regulations (IHR) and what does it mean for South Sudan?
I have heard about the International Health Regulations (IHR) in the context of COVID-19 and other health emergencies. What are the IHR and what obligations do...
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2 weeks ago
How can health informatics support the response to non-communicable diseases in South Sudan?
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, hypertension, and cancer are increasingly recognised as a significant health burden in South Sudan, alongside th...
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2 weeks ago
What is the role of health informatics in humanitarian response in South Sudan?
South Sudan has one of the largest humanitarian crises in the world, with millions of people displaced by conflict and affected by food insecurity. How does hea...
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2 weeks ago
How should South Sudan prepare for future health emergencies using health informatics?
The COVID-19 pandemic and other recent health emergencies have highlighted the importance of preparedness. How can health informatics contribute to better prepa...
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2 weeks ago
What is the One Health approach and how does it relate to health informatics in South Sudan?
I have been hearing about the One Health approach, which recognises the interconnection between human, animal, and environmental health. How does this approach...
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2 weeks ago