Towards Improving District Health Information System Data Consistency, Report Completeness, and Timeliness in Neno District, Malawi

By:
Moses Banda Aron, Wiseman Emmanuel Nkhomah, Luckson Dullie, Beatrice Matanje, Chiyembekezo Kachimanga, Enoch Ndarama, Stellar Chibvunde, Manuel Mulwafu, Gladys Mtalimanja Banda, Kondwani Mpinga, Martha Kutsamba, Margaret Mikwamba, Isaac Mphande
Date:
2024
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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This study assesses the completeness, timeliness, and consistency of health data from the DHIS2 system in Malawi's Neno District. While improvements were noted, challenges with under- and over-reporting persisted. Recommendations include targeted data quality assessments and training to ensure accurate and timely health information for decision-making.

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