Health resources and Internet with reference to HealthNet Nepal

Kathmandu Univ Med J (KUMJ). 2003 Oct-Dec;1(4):297-304.

Abstract

Technologies with the ability to send information in a fast, efficient and cheap fashion, such as the Internet--can provide dramatic improvements in access to information, advice and care. This article discusses importance of Internet, applications of Internet in providing information services in the health field. The Internet was developed in western countries and the information flow is from North to South. But for decision making within a country, information generated within a country is needed. For this, an organization like HealthNet Nepal is developed. The article discusses the various services of HealthNet Nepal and discusses about its unique features as compared to commercial ISPs.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Geographic Information Systems / organization & administration*
  • Health Resources / organization & administration*
  • Health Resources / trends
  • Humans
  • Internet / statistics & numerical data
  • Internet / trends*
  • Nepal
  • Telemedicine / trends*