• The purpose of the launch of the 'Global Initiative on Digital Health' by the Health Minister is to promote digital health solutions worldwide.
• The initiative aims to harness the benefits of technology and digital innovations to improve healthcare delivery and access to medical services globally.
• It seeks to leverage digital tools and platforms to enhance healthcare outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and contribute to the achievement of universal health coverage.
• The launch of this initiative demonstrates the commitment of the Health Minister and government to embrace technology and innovation in the healthcare sector.
• By partnering with the World Health Organization (WHO), the initiative aims to foster collaboration between countries, organizations, and experts in the field of digital health.
• The initiative also aims to promote research, development, and adoption of technologies like telemedicine, health information systems, healthcare analytics, and artificial intelligence in healthcare.
• Through this global initiative, the Health Minister hopes to drive advancements in digital health, improve health outcomes, and address the challenges faced by healthcare systems worldwide.