It is evident that open source health IT systems can help to transform health systems in developing countries. Because open source health IT systems are easily accessible, do not require licensing fees, and built upon a community of collaboration, this model fits well for large public health projects in developing countries. The software can be dispensed to many different areas without large costs. Therefore, open source systems could be the primary health system for international public health projects.
Many countries in Africa are prime candidates for open source health systems. Because many of the communities cannot afford a proprietary system and there are no previous systems in place, open source health systems are the answer. IntraHealth International, based out of North Carolina, has coupled its health efforts in Africa with the open source health movement. It is dedicated to serving many of the poverty stricken communities in Africa and sees the variety of benefits open source health systems can bring.
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