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Soe Wai Yan replied to the topic Topic 2.1 Computer Networking and Cloud computing in the forum Week 2: Health Information Privacy & Security 1 month ago
1. Why Choose a Cloud Server instead of a Physical Server?
Using a cloud server is more practical and cost-effective than investing in a physical server, especially considering our current limitations. Our hospital lacks a dedicated server and has only one IT officer who is mainly responsible for basic computer maintenance. Setting up a physical…[Read more] -
Soe Wai Yan replied to the topic Topic 1.2: Importance of health informatics for outbreak detection and control. in the forum Week 1: Principle of Biomedical and Health Informatics I 1 month ago
Due to increased population movement across borders and weakening of routine health services in conflict-affected areas, malaria continues to be a major public health concern in Myanmar. At the same time, information technology has rapidly developed and become vital in outbreak management, particularly in remote and hard-to-reach areas where…[Read more]
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Soe Wai Yan replied to the topic Topic 1.1: Introduction to PHI in the forum Week 1: Principle of Biomedical and Health Informatics I 1 month, 1 week ago
Based on my background with clinical experience and public health, I recognize the need to strengthen my skills in the key areas:
1. Data Science and Analytics
I need to learn how to effectively collect, manage and analyze health data. This includes big data analysis using python or other programming to find key trends and insights that can…[Read more] -
Soe Wai Yan replied to the topic Week 1 : Introduction of Information System and Technology in the forum TMHG547 Essentials of Information Technology Systems in Health Care Forum 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Hi Sayar Than Htike Aung,
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Soe Wai Yan replied to the topic Week 4: Example of Today’s IT Technology in the forum TMHG547 Essentials of Information Technology Systems in Health Care Forum 1 month, 2 weeks ago
If I am a director of the hospital, I will surely plan to move the hospital’s information system to cloud computing. The main reasons include:
1. The cloud computing provides the data security and backup options, even though there are the privacy concerns, which is very important for protecting patient records and hospital data.
2. It allows for e…[Read more] -
Soe Wai Yan replied to the topic Week 3 : Computer Security in the forum TMHG547 Essentials of Information Technology Systems in Health Care Forum 1 month, 3 weeks ago
I had a really unfortunate experience with a cyber attack that taught me a valuable lesson. One day, I received an email from a co-worker containing a link. I did not realize that his computer had been infected and when I clicked the link on my phone, I unknowingly triggered malware. As soon as I did, all my contacts were wiped from my phone, and…[Read more]
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Soe Wai Yan replied to the topic Week 2 : Application and System Development in the forum TMHG547 Essentials of Information Technology Systems in Health Care Forum 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Hi Siriluk Dungdawadueng,
I really agree with your idea of combining a patient-facing mobile app with a hospital-facing web app. It is a smart way to streamline the entire care process from appointment scheduling to tele-medicine and medication delivery. I like your focus on data security, using end-to-end encryption. This approach will not only…[Read more] -
Soe Wai Yan replied to the topic Week 1 : Introduction of Information System and Technology in the forum TMHG547 Essentials of Information Technology Systems in Health Care Forum 2 months ago
Based on my experience in non-profit sector, the healthcare supply chain system in Myanmar still faces significant challenges. Essential medicines and medical supplies often run short in remote station hospitals and rural health centers due to poor inventory management and delayed restocking. This results in treatment delays and negatively impacts…[Read more]