Piloting A Cross-Border EMR for Healthcare Delivery for Underserved Mobile Populations in Africa

Globally, mobile populations, such as long-distance truck drivers and female sex workers are exposed to numerous health risks due to risk factors such as risky sexual behaviours, low risk perception and poor access to health services. Mobility is an important factor that impacts health vulnerability. Beyond the reach of traditional health systems and away from home for extended periods, mobile populations are often vulnerable to illness and more likely to take health risks.