Evaluation of the Health Data Management Practices and Related Factors among Saudi Arabian Health Professionals at Public Health Facilities in 2024

Abstract

Background: Health care practice depend on on evidence-based decisions and needs the use of quality health care data. Health management information system (HMIS) is among the core elements of health system building blocks. Information and data are essential to the process of making decisions about reforming the health system. Health workers still struggle with a lack of fundamental data management skills despite the vast sums of money spent on the creation of health information systems. Therefore, this study aims:To assess health data management practices and associated factors among health professionals in public facilities in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.