The Global Health Project

Connecting Health: WhatsApp's Role in Transforming Care for Low-Income Communities


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Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Global Health Project" In this enlightening episode, we delve into a groundbreaking feasibility study conducted in Ghana, exploring how WhatsApp is revolutionizing the obstetric referral system in the Greater Accra Region. This research highlights how the popular messaging app has significantly improved communication speed between healthcare providers, slashing median response times to just 17 minutes. However, the study also reveals persistent systemic challenges, such as transportation and resource limitations, that continue to impede timely patient transfers to better-equipped hospitals. Join us as we discuss the potential of digital tools like WhatsApp in enhancing health outcomes and the critical need to address broader systemic issues to truly transform maternal and newborn care. Tune in to discover how innovative technology is shaping the future of global health. 🌍📱

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The Global Health ProjectBy Uriel Ramirez M.D.