Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013)

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Mobile Telehealth in Chronic Disease Management Among Senegalese Elders: A Tanzanian Perspective

Munirani Namugoye, National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) Kamanda Mwita, Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST), Arusha Simeon Ngowi, Department of Pediatrics, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Dar es Salaam Zinda Simiyu, Department of Internal Medicine, National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18979913
Published: September 2, 2013

Abstract

Mobile telehealth services have shown promise in managing chronic diseases across various populations. However, their effectiveness among Senegalese elders in Tanzania remains underexplored. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including a quantitative survey (n=150) and qualitative interviews (n=20). Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis respectively. Mobile telehealth services demonstrated an efficacy rate of 85% in managing hypertension among participants. Themes identified through qualitative data included patient comfort with mobile technology use and the preference for remote consultations over in-person visits. While mobile telehealth showed promising results, further research is needed to address issues related to internet connectivity and digital literacy. Investment should be directed towards improving access to reliable internet infrastructure and enhancing digital literacy programmes among elderly Senegalese populations. Mobile Telehealth, Chronic Disease Management, Elderly Population, Tanzania

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Munirani Namugoye, Kamanda Mwita, Simeon Ngowi, Zinda Simiyu (2013). Mobile Telehealth in Chronic Disease Management Among Senegalese Elders: A Tanzanian Perspective. African Pediatrics Research, Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18979913

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AfricanGeriatricsTelemedicineSenegalMethodologyChronic DiseaseMobile Health

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