Health data has taken multiple forms over years. Its importance and impact are undeniable over thousands of years.
History of Healthcare Data Management (HDM) Transformation
Data record keeping for healthcare is not a modern concept. Health records have been found on clay tablets inscribed with the ancient language of cuneiform conveying patient information to keep a record of the patient condition and treatment given. These records date back about 5,000 years to the Mesopotamians. The Egyptians continued this data record-keeping process for thousands of years transcribed on papaya for patient care tracking and condition evaluation for future medical reference. These records were safe from misuse as only learned professionals ...
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