Abstract
The Sri Lanka Journal of Bio-Medical Informatics (SLJBMI) is the official journal publication of the Health Informatics Society of Sri Lanka. It is the only academic publication in Sri Lanka which focuses on the emerging field of health informatics. SLJBMI was launched in 2010 as an open access and peer reviewed e-journal. It was temporarily paused publishing since June 2015 and relaunched in 2019 with an improved reader friendly format .The mission of SLJBMI is to publish high-quality original research and other relevant publications that would contribute to the promotion of digital health and health informatics. It aspires to be the most prominent publishing spotlight related to health informatics in the region and to be the gathering platform of the renowned experts and enthusiasts worldwide.
Highlights
COVID-19 pandemic has imposed unprecedented healthcare challenges, both globally and locally
The digital health strategies and policies adopted during the current pandemic is diverse, with variable outcomes
This study summarises the strategies used by countries and health facilities to harness the full potential of digital health applications in the combat against the COVID-19 pandemic
Summary
COVID-19 pandemic has imposed unprecedented healthcare challenges, both globally and locally. The application of digital technologies offers great value for overcoming these challenges. The adoption itself has not been sufficient, appropriate, or uniform In this regard, successful digital health strategies and policies adopted during this pandemic may form the basis to form exemplars for digital health adoption in similar situations. This study aims at reviewing the above-mentioned digital health strategies and policies with a view of creating value. The current COVID-19 pandemic has created many challenges in multiple sectors, both globally and locally[1]. The catastrophic effects on healthcare delivery and related pandemic management have created many immediate and crippling challenges. The potential of digital technologies, from telecare to mobile health apps and other disruptive technologies, could offer an unparalleled value in overcoming the pandemic associated challenges[4]
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