Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Bridgetown, Barbados, 23 July 2025 (PAHO) – The Ministry of Health and Wellness, supported by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), hosted a meeting with key stakeholders to present findings from the IS4H assessment. The assessment, conducted in 2022, evaluated Barbados’ current health information systems, focusing on technological infrastructure, data management practices, and information flow. The report highlighted strengths, identified gaps, and outlined opportunities to improve the health information ecosystem. The meeting served as a platform to share findings and collaborate on strategies to transform Barbados’ systems into more robust, responsive, and data-driven environments. Participants engaged in brainstorming, exploring actionable strategies, and emphasized the importance of cross-sector collaboration. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Mr. Wayne Marshall, acknowledged PAHO’s technical guidance and stressed collective responsibility, noting that while the Ministry’s role is broad, others must also contribute to the transformation. Dr. Taraleen Malcolm highlighted Barbados’ commitment to digital health as a people-first approach, urging all stakeholders to focus on improving access, quality, and outcomes for all citizens.
Reference: Barbados advances Information Systems for Health with Stakeholder EngagementLabels: PAHO
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