Article
Health Policy & Services
Kerin Robinson, Simon Barraclough, Elizabeth Cummings, Rick Iedema
Summary: This article identifies and contextualizes the societal and political drivers that have shaped contemporary Australian health information management and HIMs' scientific work. It discusses eight critical, socio-political drivers including scientific medicine, standardization, non-medical healthcare managers, bureaucratisation in healthcare, technologisation, the fast-paced risk society, the health consumer movement, and the commodification of health information. These forces continue to shape the profession and will impact its direction.
HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Teumzghi F. Mebrahtu, Sarah Skyrme, Rebecca Randell, Anne-Maree Keenan, Karen Bloor, Huiqin Yang, Deirdre Andre, Alison Ledward, Henry King, Carl Thompson
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the impact of CDSS on the performance and care outcomes of nurses and allied health professionals. The findings suggest that CDSS has a positive impact on care processes and patient care outcomes, but comparative research is generally of low quality and better evaluative research is needed.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Martina Anto-Ocrah, Ryan J. Latulipe, Tiffany E. Mark, David Adler, Tasneem Zaihra, Joseph W. Lanning
Summary: This study examines the association between mobile phone ownership and health behaviors of post-partum mothers in rural Malawi. The results show that mobile phone ownership is only associated with exclusive breastfeeding practices, while no significant association is found with post-partum depressive symptoms and social support. The study highlights the importance of digital literacy and internet connectivity as social determinants of health, and calls for further understanding of mothers' digital experiences to address post-partum challenges in hard-to-reach settings.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Christian Ohmann, David Moher, Maximilian Siebert, Edith Motschall, Florian Naudet
Summary: The study found that while there is a high willingness to share IPD data from clinical trials, the actual data-sharing rates are suboptimal, and journals have poor to moderate enforcement of data-sharing policies. When data is requested, it is more often for secondary analysis and meta-analysis, rather than re-analysis. Studies on the real impact of data-sharing are rare and often use surrogate metrics like citation metrics.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Monica Catherine Jones, Tony Stone, Suzanne M. Mason, Andy Eames, Matthew Franklin
Summary: Real-world data, captured primarily for service provision, can also be used for research or commissioning. However, the underutilization of real-world data for secondary purposes is often due to risk aversion and complex governance processes. By discussing key legal and information governance frameworks, we aim to reduce the perception of data governance as a barrier and enable greater public benefit.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Amin Naemi, Thomas Schmidt, Marjan Mansourvar, Mohammad Naghavi-Behzad, Ali Ebrahimi, Uffe Kock Wiil
Summary: This systematic review evaluated the performance of machine learning algorithms in predicting in-hospital mortality for medical patients using vital signs at emergency departments. A total of 15 articles were included, with eight different ML models being applied in this domain. However, most studies lacked reporting on essential analysis steps and faced a high risk of bias in statistical analysis, highlighting the need for more robust methodologies in future research.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Ben Gordon, Clara Fennessy, Susheel Varma, Jake Barrett, Enez McCondochie, Trevor Heritage, Oenone Duroe, Richard Jeffery, Vishnu Rajamani, Kieran Earlam, Victor Banda, Neil Sebire
Summary: This study objectively evaluated freely available data profiling software tools for their applicability in healthcare data. Several tools showed high potential and functionality for use with healthcare datasets. In a synthetic dataset of 1000 patients, two tools consistently performed well across multiple tasks including completeness, consistency, uniqueness, validity, accuracy, and distribution metrics.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kerry Scott, Osama Ummer, Sara Chamberlain, Manjula Sharma, Dipanwita Gharai, Bibha Mishra, Namrata Choudhury, Diwakar Mohan, Amnesty Elizabeth LeFevre
Summary: This study aims to understand the factors influencing the accuracy and timeliness of mobile phone numbers and other health information in India's government registry for pregnant and postpartum women. The results reveal that pregnant women are comfortable sharing their mobile phone numbers with health workers, but many are unaware that their data goes beyond the frontline health worker. Health workers value up-to-date beneficiary mobile numbers but feel little incentive to ensure accuracy in the digital record system. Delays in registration are attributed to slow digitization of paper records and difficulties in gathering required documents. Training, supportive supervision, and user-friendly data processes should be prioritized to improve accuracy and timeliness.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Ciaran McInerney, Carolyn McCrorie, Jonathan Benn, Ibrahim Habli, Tom Lawton, Teumzghi F. Mebrahtu, Rebecca Randell, Naeem Sheikh, Owen Johnson
Summary: This paper presents a study protocol for evaluating the implementation of a real-time, centralized hospital command center in the UK. The command center is a complex intervention that could improve operational decision-making and mitigate threats to patient safety. The study aims to address the limited research on the impact of complex health information technology on patient safety, reliability, and operational efficiency in healthcare delivery.
Article
Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary
Austine Phiri, Gladys Mwale
Summary: The project aimed to establish a library and learning resources center at Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS). The objectives of the project were to draft recommendations on the infrastructure required for the library systems, develop user training manuals, install e-library systems, link them to the Members Management Information System, create catalog records, and provide training on the functionality of the e-library system. The project involved monitoring and reporting, resulting in the development of reports, library manuals, and deliverables. Major achievements included the installation of a CCTV system for the resource center, installation of e-library systems, purchase of new textbooks and electronic journal subscriptions, training of MIPS management and users, and recruitment of a qualified Librarian to manage the resource center.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Shuma Gosha Kanfe, Gebiso Roba Debele, Robera Demissie Berhanu, Habtamu Setegn Ngusie, Mohammedjud Hassen Ahmed
Summary: The study indicated that health professionals in the southwest of Ethiopia showed good utilization of the district health information system, with factors such as having sufficient skills, being trained, high motivation, receiving feedback, and regular supervision being associated with its utilization.
Article
Education & Educational Research
Samuel Hailegebreal, Tigists Tolessa Sedi, Selamawit Belete, Kirubel Mengistu, Anteneh Getachew, Daniel Bedada, Mebrie Molla, Tamiru Shibiru, Shegaw Anagaw Mengiste
Summary: This study aimed to assess the utilization of ICT and its associated factors among Arba Minch University College of Medicine and Health Science students. Results showed that factors such as urban residence, ICT knowledge, formal training, inclusion of IT in current courses, and good IT skills were significantly correlated with the use of ICT among students. The study suggests that investing in professional development and providing student-centered ICT resources can improve teaching and student performance in the college.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Edmond Li, Jonathan Clarke, Ana Luisa Neves, Hutan Ashrafian, Ara Darzi
Summary: This systematic review aims to evaluate the impact of EHR interoperability on patient safety in high-income countries' health systems. The study will conduct a comprehensive literature review and analysis to assess the quality of research, with a narrative synthesis of included studies to summarize the body of evidence.
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Subashini Suresh, Suresh Renukappa, Abdul-Rashid Abdul-Aziz, Yogeswary Paloo, Haddy Jallow
Summary: This study highlights the importance of technological advancement as a key driver for smart city development, and the main challenges faced in implementing smart city elements in the UK road network include lack of investment, maintenance, state of readiness, and awareness of the smart road transport concept. Collaboration across sectors is crucial for the successful development of a smart city in the UK.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION AND ARCHITECTURAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ahmad Khanijahani, Shabnam Iezadi, Sarah Agoglia, Spencer Barber, Courtney Cox, Natalie Olivo
Summary: This systematic review identifies factors associated with information breaches in healthcare settings. Factors such as organizational, information technology, professionals/employees, and clients/patients contribute to breaches. Hospital characteristics, EMR use, and personnel types impact the frequency and magnitude of breaches. Patients' sociodemographic, clinical, and behavioral characteristics also influence the perceived breach of confidentiality.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Teddie Chima, Esmie Mkwinda, Stephen Kumwenda, Tendai Machaya
Summary: Graduate Tracer Studies play a key role in informing higher education institutions about program effectiveness and preparing graduates for the job market. This study traced the psychosocial counselling graduates working in healthcare facilities in Malawi, finding that the program provided valuable skills and resulted in successful employment outcomes for the majority of graduates. Addressing identified gaps and implementing recommended improvements can enhance graduates' employability and improve the psychosocial counselling health sector in Malawi.
JOURNAL OF MULTIDISCIPLINARY HEALTHCARE
(2023)