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Towards an inclusive digital health ecosystem

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The United Nations (UN) defines digital inclusion as equitable, meaningful and safe access to the use, leadership and design of digital technologies, services and associated opportunities for all, regardless of location.1 Despite globalization and technological advancements, inequitable distribution of digital health benefits remains a critical challenge.Socioeconomically disadvantaged populations continue to be underserved,because ensuring that no one is left behind is difficult when relying solely on technological advancements to cover the most vulnerable, who can least afford digital technologies. Inclusive digital health should be a must, but efforts should go beyond technology.

Source: Bulletin of the World Health Organization

DOI: 10.2471/blt.24.292020

Authors: Yao Xie, Kayode Philip Fadahunsi, Carol Kelleher, Derjung Tarn, Audrey Grace, John O’ Donoghue

Institutions: University College Dublin, Imperial College London, University College Cork, University of California, Los Angeles

Language: English

Topic: ICT in Developing Communities

Subfield: Information Systems

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4407006506

FWCI: 20.69

Cites: 3

Cited by: 19

Related to: 10