DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government said the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has brought significant transformation to the health sector by improving the quality and efficiency of services provided across the country.
The statement was made today at the State House in Dar es Salaam by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Seif Shekalaghe, on behalf of the Minister for Health, Mohamed Mchengerwa.
Delivering the statement, Dr. Shekalaghe said that through digital systems, health facilities are now able to store and share patients’ information more quickly and accurately, a move that has reduced human errors and accelerated diagnosis and treatment services.
He noted that at the district hospital level, investment in Digital X-Ray machines has increased capacity to conduct rapid, accurate diagnosis of various diseases without delaying results.
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Additionally, he explained that regional referral hospitals have been strengthened through the installation of CT Scan services under the Ministry of Health’s supervision. This development enables citizens to access advanced diagnostic services within their regions without having to travel long distances.
According to Dr. Shekalaghe, the use of ICT has also improved the collection of accurate health data, which supports effective planning and informed policy decisions, thereby enhancing the overall quality and efficiency of healthcare services in the country.