Harnessing the power of social media in optimizing health outcomes (original) (raw)

2014, Pan African Medical Journal

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This paper discusses the transformative role of social media in improving health outcomes, particularly in developing countries. It highlights both the potential benefits, such as enhanced communication between healthcare providers and patients, and the challenges, including misinformation and the underutilization of social media by healthcare institutions. The conclusion stresses the importance of a robust social media strategy in health services to increase patient engagement, facilitate information dissemination, and improve overall health quality.

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