Name: Kimberlyn C.

Mabagos

1. Health Information Technology is the foundation upon which health informatics and health
information management are built. It provides the infrastructure and tools for collecting and storing
healthcare data, while Health informatics is the interdisciplinary field that focuses on the effective
use of information technology and data in healthcare and lastly Health Information Management
is the practice of acquiring, analyzing, and protecting medical information, including patient
records.

2. The impact of cloud technology on the Philippine Healthcare System can vary depending on
how it is implemented and managed. One of the advantages of Cloud Technology in the Philippine
Healthcare System is Accessibility and Data Sharing, it allows healthcare providers to access
patient data from anywhere with an internet connection. One of the disadvantages is Connectivity
Challenges, internet connectivity can be unreliable or slow. This can hinder the seamless adoption
of cloud technology, making access to patient data difficult.

3. Health information system in the Philippines is an advantage or disadvantage depends on how

well it is implemented and managed, addressing the specific challenges of the healthcare system
in the country. With careful planning, adequate investment, attention to data security and privacy,
and ongoing training and support, an HIS can provide significant benefits in terms of improving
healthcare delivery and public health outcomes while minimizing potential disadvantages.