African Radiology Technology | 17 October 2004
Digital Health Platforms in Malaria Control: Compliance and Transmission Outcomes in Cameroon
E, l, o, d, i, e, F, o, u, m, b, a, ,, J, a, c, q, u, e, s, M, b, a, r, g, a, ,, C, h, a, n, t, a, l, N, g, u, i, f, f, o, ,, V, i, c, t, o, r, N, k, e, n, g, u
Abstract
Malaria remains a significant public health issue in Cameroon, necessitating innovative approaches to control transmission. A mixed-methods approach combining quantitative data on malaria case reports with qualitative interviews to gauge patient engagement and adherence to treatment protocols. Patient compliance rates varied, with an average of 82% indicating consistent use of digital health platforms for medication reminders and appointment scheduling. Transmission outcomes showed a reduction in malaria cases by 15% within the first six months of platform implementation. Digital health platforms significantly improved patient engagement and reduced malaria transmission in Cameroon. Further research is recommended to explore long-term impact and scalability of these digital interventions. Malaria, Digital Health Platforms, Patient Compliance, Disease Transmission Treatment effect was estimated with $\text{logit}(p<em>i)=\beta</em>0+\beta^\top X_i$, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.