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Challenges of Information Security and Assurance on Electronic Medical Record Systems: A Review of Implementation and Applications in Tanzania

Author(s) Daudi Mashauri, Pankras Kandengukila
Country Tanzania
Abstract Over the last decade, methods for collecting, storing, organizing, analyzing, and communicating information have been vastly influenced by the application of Information Communication Technology (ICT) tools. Demands for electronic health (eHealth) systems in Tanzania are enormous. This demand resulted from the inconveniences of paperwork-based information processing. With the primary focus on implementing and applying eHealth systems, aspects of security and privacy of electronic medical records (EMR) often need to be considered. However, medical records are sensitive and require a high degree of confidentiality and integrity. This paper articulates information security and assurance challenges in EMR system implementation and application in Tanzania. The paper adopted a peer review of published articles. An analysis of the current state of application of the eHealth system in Tanzania was conducted. Diverse EMR systems are being used in Tanzania hospitals. Information security should be prioritized during the implementation and application of these EMRs. Furthermore, data integration among systems still needs to be implemented. Several factors constrain the performance of secured EMR: inadequate budget allocation, lack of technical support, security threats and vulnerabilities, and user resistance. Finally, a recommendation for a secure EMR system and further research on improved security and reliable eHealth system is outlined.
Keywords Electronic medical record, information system, information security and assurance, Tanzania
Field Computer > Data / Information
Published In Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On 2025-02-16
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36850
Short DOI https://doi.org/g8473q
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