To improve the coverage of STI, HIV, TB, and Hepatitis
services among the incarcerated population in Prisons,
Other Closed Settings, Juvenile Homes, and Drug Deaddiction Centres, the National AIDS Control Organisation
(NACO) has launched the Integrated STI, HIV, TB, and
Hepatitis (ISHTH) Campaign. This campaign is implemented
in close collaboration with the National Tuberculosis
Elimination Program (NTEP) and the National Viral
Hepatitis Control Program (NVHCP) under the National
Health Mission.
To facilitate efficient and timely reporting of data from
these institutions on a daily basis, a mobile application has
been developed. This mobile app allows for the monitoring
of data at both the national and state levels. It is designed
to be user-friendly and has the capability to synchronize
offline data, ensuring that data can be collected even in
areas with limited or no internet connectivity.
By utilizing this mobile app, the reporting process becomes
streamlined and standardized across institutions. It enables
real-time monitoring of the campaign's progress,
facilitating prompt interventions and the identification of
areas that may require additional support or resources.
The mobile app also enhances data accuracy and quality by
reducing manual errors and data entry discrepancies. It
provides a reliable platform for capturing and analysing
data related to STI, HIV, TB, and Hepatitis services, helping
to inform decision-making and resource allocation.
Furthermore, the ability of the mobile app to synergize
offline data ensures that data can be collected even in
situations where internet connectivity is limited or
intermittent.