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Toward an Electronic Pregnancy Registry in The Gambia: Linking up Maternal and Newborn Health Data Using the Smart Paper Technology

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Smart Paper Technology, an innovative paper-to-digital system implemented at Bundung Maternal and Child Health Hospital in The Gambia links maternal and newborn health information with immunization records. In 9 months, Smart Paper Technology facilitated over 3500 mother-child connections, replacing traditional paper-based registers and ensuring DHIS2 interoperability. This pilot enhances reporting and data availability, advancing maternal vaccine safety surveillance in resource-limited settings.

Source: The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal

DOI: 10.1097/inf.0000000000004677