Rajabu Simba1 & Dr.

Haruna Hussein2
1
The University of Dodoma, Public Health and Community Nursing, Tanzania
2
Ministry of Health, Human Resource Development, Tanzania
Assessing the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Optimizing Child Health Data
Analysis
Background
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used in pediatric healthcare to improve diagnosis,
therapy, and management of health issues like pneumonia, diarrhea, malaria,
tuberculosis. However, challenges like patient autonomy and data usage permission
remain. A plan launched in 2023 aims to address inadequate personnel and resources
in pediatric healthcare, reducing delays and errors in data interpretation. The program
aims to increase healthcare professionals' capacity to use AI for diagnosis, treatment,
and data management. To overcome challenges, strong security measures, data
accuracy plans, ethical norms, partnerships with healthcare providers, and continuous
integration of AI systems are being developed.
Methods
The program's objectives and intended results include boosting child health data
analysis's speed and accuracy, enhancing Tanzanian children's ability to identify health
problems early, and facilitating data-driven pediatric healthcare decision-making.
The controlled and intervention groups for the study, which employs a quasi-
experimental approach, will be chosen from two local referral hospitals. A purposive
sample strategy will be used to choose participants and stakeholders, taking into
account their knowledge in healthcare, artificial intelligence, and pediatric medicine. In
order to ensure long-term efficacy, the program also includes capacity-building
measures, such as educating medical personnel and creating a sustainable framework.
Findings
The program has achieved significant success in integrating artificial intelligence into
healthcare services, particularly pediatric data management, and implementing a policy
framework. Monitoring and assessment have led to better patient outcomes and
increased healthcare efficiency. The results will be presented at the CUGH 2024
conference, highlighting the continuous improvement in healthcare efficiency and
patient outcomes.
Interpretation
The program, despite its progress, faces challenges like regular algorithm changes,
ensuring fair access to AI-enabled healthcare in remote areas, and data privacy issues.
It aims to expand access to underprivileged areas and improve AI models for pediatric
illnesses. Future collaboration with the Tanzanian Ministry of Health is crucial for
sustainability and accessibility.
Additional
The findings of this study, which emphasize the advantages of AI integration in child
health data analysis, particularly in resource-constrained situations, will serve as a
paradigm for global health innovation and policy. It can help to improve child healthcare
outcomes internationally by informing policies and initiatives.
Source of Funding:
NONE