While the benefits of data integration are numerous, several challenges must be addressed:
Data Privacy and Security: Ensuring the privacy and security of health data is paramount. Policies and technologies such as data anonymization and secure data sharing platforms are essential. Data Standardization: Different data sources often use varied formats and terminologies, making it difficult to integrate them seamlessly. Standardization protocols need to be established. Technical Infrastructure: Robust technical infrastructure is required to handle large volumes of data and perform complex analyses. Interoperability: Data systems need to be interoperable to facilitate smooth data exchange. This requires the adoption of interoperability standards.
