00979nam a2200145Ia 4500 20260716044036.0 02.05.02 F363 Fernández, Andrés Information and communication technologies in the health sector : opportunities and challenges for the reduction of inequalities in Latin America and the Caribbean UN ECLAC SantiagoCL 2010 51 p. Identifies and describes the several benefits expected as a result of incorporating ICTs in health and goes on to summarise present and future challenges for health policies, especially in relation to vulnerable populations. Showcases global progress made in several applications, strategies implemented and difficulties faced in some developed and LAC countries. Concludes with generic proposals for the formulation of policies and strategies to be considered and adapted by countries throughout the region. 10/23/12 SANDRAW M F363 59293 59293