Health Informatics Technical Approach Fact Sheet

This is essential for early detection and surveillance of pathogens and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Interoperability layers are best achieved by developing resilient governance structures, robust data-sharing protocols, and standardizing data collection and analysis. The Infectious Disease Detection and Surveillance (IDDS) project aims to support the development and implementation of health information policies. It will also assist in developing the skills and capacity to achieve interoperability between laboratory information systems, human and animal health, and surveillance systems. Reaching a mature level of semantic and technical interoperability will greatly improve all types of surveillance. The IDDS technical approach is designed to strengthen diagnostic networks and surveillance systems. It is aligned with the Principles for Digital Development, which are guidelines that integrate best practices into digital-enabled programs. The IDDS will use existing assessment tools to determine the maturity level of the existing HIS components. It will work with users to define pathways to more mature states in the domains and subdomains that address crucial data needs for surveillance and detection. The IDDS approach focuses on sustainable and scalable systems by supporting and using Open Standards and Open Source Software. For example, the IDDS will continue to leverage the open source software District Health Information Systems 2 (DHIS 2). It will also address privacy and security concerns by supporting local stakeholders in the implementation of responsible data collection practices and safeguards to avoid leaks of personal identifiers. All technical solutions implemented by IDDS will be evidence-based and focused on delivering data products that are ready-to-use by decision makers. To promote sustainability, IDDS will train partners in the skills needed to continuously improve and update data products. The IDDS will also use the HIS Interoperability Maturity Toolkit to assess the readiness of the HIS and make progress towards a fully interoperable national system. The toolkit contains a maturity model, an assessment tool, and a user guide. It was designed to capture the critical components of HIS interoperability and lay out an organization's growth pathway. The IDDS will tailor the toolkit to assess the status of interoperability between HIS components and priority areas for strengthening. It will also seek to determine whether the current HIS meets the needs of data collection, whether there is a national authority to oversee HIS activities, and whether policies and procedures for exchanging data are adequate. User-centered design is essential in the IDDS approach. It starts with getting to know the people being served through conversation, co-creation, and co-design. The IDDS will also focus on reusing and improving existing tools and resources, building sustainable systems, and achieving scale, collaboration, and collaboration. It will use open standards, open data, open source, and open software to promote collaboration and avoid duplicating work. The IDDS will also address data-driven decision making by providing quality information to the right people at the right time. It will understand the existing ecosystem, address privacy and security concerns, and establish a supportive policy framework. The IDDS will also establish a steering committee to oversee activities, ensure stakeholder engagement, and provide recommendations for establishing policies and procedures to support scaling, maintenance, and maintenance of HIS tools. In countries where large-scale HIS may occur, it will be necessary to collaborate with the existing technical working group (TWG) or support the creation of one. The TWG will coordinate with IDDS to develop detailed work plans and coordinate with technical staff. A TWG should include implementing partners, government staff, research institutions, technology firms, consultants, and stakeholders and data consumers. Interoperability is essential for enhancing the availability of data for decision making. Countries need high-quality health information from laboratories, pharmacies, electronic medical records, terminology services, and HIS components. IDDS will work with governments and stakeholders to support the adoption of data content and exchange standards and emerging best practices to achieve interoperable HIS that support disease detection and surveillance.