Public Health Informatics: The Importance of Covid-19 Dashboard in KSA for Sharing and Visualizing Health Information

Abstract

 Coronavirus pandemic was declared by the World Health Organization on March 11, 2020. Misinformation and social inequality have hindered nations from preparing for unprecedented crises such as the Covid-19 pandemic. The use of technology has enabled businesses, individuals, and governments to combat Covid-19. Containing and measuring global crises such as Coronavirus will require a critical assessment of technological developments. The Covid-19 dashboard developed by the Saudi Ministry of Health (MOH) is assessed and evaluated in this paper. A scope review of published and unpublished documents was conducted. The Saudi Arabia’s MOH provides figures, graphs, and statistics. The researcher found that clicking one button provides access to critical information, enabling individuals to understand how the disease spreads around the country. The Saudi MOH's Covid-19 dashboard provided accurate, reliable, and current Coronavirus information. Covid-19 information is effectively communicated through technology. With the help of data visualization, many citizens can better understand COVID-19. The evolution of COVID-19 dashboards over time is crucial, given their dynamic nature. A broader range of indicators may assist in better monitoring the impact of COVID-19 on the economy and society. To curb the epidemic, it is crucial to integrate data from social, economic, and health sectors. During a crisis such as this, dashboards must include features that facilitate their use by people with disabilities.