Digital Public Health in Deutschland: Status quo, Herausforderungen und Zukunftsperspektiven
摘要
This position paper from the Digital Public Health Section of the German Public Health Association defines digital public health (DiPH) and describes its goals and potential. It also addresses the current situation and challenges as well as the need for action in Germany. The focus here is on the presentation of the nationwide promotion of (digital) health literacy; the application of DiPH in prevention, health promotion, and healthcare; the use of innovative preventive strategies for the prevention of non-communicable diseases; and the teaching of DiPH in academic public health programs. Finally, relevant measures and demands to strengthen DiPH in Germany are summarized.