Objectives
The objectives of e-health are to
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Build a health network that will enable institutions and individuals to exchange
electronic records, share information and deliver quality services in both urban
and rural areas.
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Improve the performance of health care facilities through the deployment of
Health Management Information Systems (HMIS).
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Use electronic systems to ensure an efficient and standardised process for
recording patient information.
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Increase access to health information for all Basotho through the innovative use of
ICTs.
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Empower health professionals with the knowledge and use of ICTs.
Strategies
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Ensure that all health care centres have access to appropriate and cost effective
ICT infrastructure.
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Deploy HMIS in all health centres to improve management and administration of
health services.
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Develop a code of conduct for the use of the HMIS and implement security
measures to safeguard privacy of patient information.
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Create an electronic information network for health professionals that is
accessible throughout the country
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Incorporate ICT training as part of the core curricula for health care professionals.
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Promote the development of telemedicine applications so as to improve access to
and lower the cost of health care services in rural and remote areas.
3.7.2 Policy Measures, Instruments and Initiatives
The Government through the relevant Ministry shall:
ICT Policy for Lesotho
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