| 2005-
- Author(s):
- Publisher: Swedish program for ICT in developing regions (SPIDER)
- Pages: --
- Keywords: information technology, communication technology, mobile telecommunication services, development, developing countries, africa, asia, latin america
This searchable database lists ICT projects supported by the Swedish Program for ICT in Developing Countries. Among others also eHealth/mHealth projects are listed, with links to additional information.
| 2005-
- Author(s):
- Publisher: MobileActive
- Pages: --
- Keywords: mobile telecommunication services, health services, developing countries, nonprofit corporations
A database of NGO projects from around the world using mobile phones for social impact, incl. mhealth related projects.
| [ca. 2009]
- Author(s):
- Publisher: United nations foundation (UNF) [etc.]
- Pages: --
- Keywords: mobile telecommunication services, health education, data collection, disease control, disease prevention, development, developing countries, africa, asia, latin america
The report explores the potential of mobile communications to make healthcare more accessible, affordable and effective in the developing world. Examples of mHealth applications in e.g. medication adherence, diagnostic support, or disease surveillance are given to illustrate the possible impact.
| [ca. 2008]
- Author(s):
- Publisher: Columbia university. Earth institute
- Pages: --
- Keywords: mobile telecommunication services, emergency medical services, data collection, health personnel, maternal and child health, disease control, kenya, rwanda, south africa, nigeria, tanzania, uganda
Using basic voice and SMS capabilities, the MVP aims to test, deploy, replicate, and scale up mHealth solutions and to conduct research for long-term health systems strengthening. Objectives include e.g. improved disease surveillance and data collection and reduced child and maternal mortality.
| [2012]
- Author(s):
- Publisher: Mobile world live
- Pages: --
- Keywords: mobile telecommunication services, health services, technological innovations, communication technology, developing countries, developed countries
Drawing on interviews with PricewaterhouseCoopers, Smart Communications, HP, NetHope and Formula Innovation, this video reveals how developed and developing countries think on healthcare services and patient groups, regarding the contribution of mobile technology. Some views are unexpected.