The European arm of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has created a digital health network for member states, focused on solving barriers to using technology in health and care.

The Strategic Partners’ Initiative for Data and Digital Health (SPI-DDH) consists of more than 100 representatives from the 53 European member states, as well governmental, intergovernmental, non-governmental organisations, WHO collaborating centres for data and digital health, academia and the private sector.

Its aim is to look at and solve issues related to digitally transforming healthcare, attempting to foster a culture where patients and staff can benefit from affordable, safe and person-centred technology.

WHO regional director for Europe, Hans Henri P. Kluge, said: “The shared purpose that brings us together today is to create a new dialogue that engages the right stakeholders around the topics that matter most. No single entity can unleash the full potential of digital health and data.

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