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What are the key data privacy and security considerations for health information systems in South Sudan?

Data privacy and security are fundamental principles of health informatics. Health information systems in South Sudan must protect patient data while enabling i...

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Training Featured Beginner Answered

What training programmes does SSHIA offer?

SSHIA offers a comprehensive range of training programmes designed to build the capacity of health informatics professionals in South Sudan. Programmes range fr...

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Training Featured Beginner Answered

How do I obtain an SSHIA training certificate?

SSHIA issues certificates to participants who successfully complete training programmes and meet the attendance and assessment requirements.

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Health Resources Featured Intermediate Answered

What is the South Sudan National Health Information System (NHIS) and how does it work?

The South Sudan National Health Information System (NHIS) is the framework through which health data is collected, managed, analysed, and used to inform health...

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Health Resources Featured Intermediate Answered

What is the WHO Global Health Observatory and how can South Sudan health workers use it?

The WHO Global Health Observatory (GHO) is the World Health Organization primary gateway to health-related statistics for its 194 Member States. It provides acc...

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What is the South Sudan National Health Information System (NHIS) and how does it work?

The South Sudan National Health Information System (NHIS) is the framework through which health data is collected, managed, analysed, and used to inform health...

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Health Resources Advanced Answered

What is the SNOMED CT terminology standard and is it used in South Sudan?

SNOMED CT (Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine Clinical Terms) is the most comprehensive clinical terminology system in the world, used to standardise clinica...

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Health Resources Advanced Answered

What is the HL7 FHIR standard and is it relevant to South Sudan?

HL7 FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) is an international standard for exchanging healthcare information electronically. It is increasingly impo...

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Health Resources Intermediate Answered

What is the WHO Global Health Observatory and how can South Sudan health workers use it?

The WHO Global Health Observatory (GHO) is the World Health Organization primary gateway to health-related statistics for its 194 Member States. It provides acc...

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Membership Beginner Answered

What are the different SSHIA membership categories?

SSHIA offers several membership categories designed to accommodate health informatics professionals at different career stages, as well as organisations and ins...

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Training Beginner Answered

Can I attend SSHIA training if I am not a member?

SSHIA training programmes are primarily designed for members, but selected programmes are open to non-members and the general public.

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Training Advanced Answered

How does SSHIA training support the national health information system strategy of South Sudan?

SSHIA training is aligned with the South Sudan National Health Information System (NHIS) Strategy and contributes to building the human resource capacity needed...

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Membership Beginner Answered

How do I access the SSHIA member portal?

The SSHIA member portal is the central hub for managing your membership, accessing resources, registering for training, and engaging with the community. It is a...

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Training Beginner Answered

How do I register for an SSHIA training programme?

Registering for SSHIA training is straightforward and can be done online through the member portal or at the SSHIA secretariat. Early registration is recommende...

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Mentorship Intermediate Answered

Can diaspora health informatics professionals mentor SSHIA members in South Sudan?

SSHIA actively encourages South Sudanese health informatics professionals living abroad to contribute to the development of the profession in South Sudan throug...

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Training Intermediate Answered

What is the SSHIA Professional Certificate in Health Informatics?

The SSHIA Professional Certificate in Health Informatics is a flagship training programme that provides a comprehensive foundation in health informatics for pro...

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Training Beginner Answered

How do I access the SSHIA e-learning platform?

The SSHIA e-learning platform hosts all online and self-paced training courses. It is accessible to registered members and enrolled participants.

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Training Beginner Answered

Can I get a refund if I cancel my training registration?

SSHIA has a training cancellation and refund policy that balances the needs of participants with the operational requirements of running training programmes.

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Mentorship Beginner Answered

How do I obtain a mentorship certificate from SSHIA?

SSHIA issues mentorship completion certificates to both mentors and mentees who successfully complete the programme requirements.

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Technical Support Beginner Answered

How do I update my phone number for SMS notifications?

SSHIA sends important notifications via SMS, including OTPs for two-factor authentication, membership renewal reminders, and training confirmations. Keeping you...

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