Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)
Mobile Health Surveillance Platforms in Malaria Prevention: An Assessment of Northern Rwanda's Mobile Applications
Murara Mutizawashyĩmpa, African Leadership University (ALU), Kigali
Ingabira Bizimana, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Rwanda
Habyarimana Rukundo, African Leadership University (ALU), Kigali
Kabuga Nkusi, Department of Advanced Studies, African Leadership University (ALU), Kigali
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18853868
Published: June 24, 2007
Abstract
Malaria remains a significant public health concern in Northern Rwanda, necessitating innovative surveillance methods to combat its prevalence. A mixed-methods approach combining qualitative interviews with quantitative data analysis from existing surveillance systems was employed. Mobile applications showed a 20% reduction in malaria cases compared to traditional methods, highlighting their potential impact on public health outcomes. The integration of mobile technology into malaria prevention strategies presents a promising avenue for improving surveillance and control efforts. Rwanda should invest in expanding and refining its mobile health surveillance platforms to enhance malaria eradication efforts.
How to Cite
Murara Mutizawashyĩmpa, Ingabira Bizimana, Habyarimana Rukundo, Kabuga Nkusi (2007). Mobile Health Surveillance Platforms in Malaria Prevention: An Assessment of Northern Rwanda's Mobile Applications. African Records Management Journal, Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18853868
Keywords
Global healthGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Mobile technologySurveillance systemsData collectionPublic health interventionsParticipatory research