Al-Jalajel: Optimal use of digital technologies contributed to successful COVID-19 fight

Al-Jalajel: Optimal use of digital technologies contributed to successful COVID-19 fight

Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel said that Saudi Arabia has made excellent performance in its fight against coronavirus thanks to its optimal use of modern digital technologies. He also announced the implementation of innovative plans to develop the healthcare system in the Kingdom. Inaugurating the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Conference and Exhibition Middle East (HIMSS21 Middle East) on Sunday, he announced the implementation of innovative plans to develop the healthcare system in the Kingdom. “The adoption of digital health technologies has contributed to the leading role of the Kingdom in all international and regional forums and at various levels. This also embodies the Kingdom’s excellence in dealing with coronavirus pandemic with its optimal use of modern digital technologies,” he said. The three-day virtual event, which will conclude on Tuesday, is witnessing participation of more than 100 international information and technology experts in more than 30 sessions to stay ahead of the latest healthcare trends. The minister said implementation of innovative plans to develop the healthcare system in the Kingdom covers building a health transformation plan with its various axes; design governance programs; and financing and provision of health services in accordance with