BrunoManjate/Suade-MZ

Prototype of a digital health platform using AI chatbots for public health education in Mozambique — developed for learning purposes, not for medical use # Suade+MZ **Suade+MZ** is a prototype of a digital health platform designed to explore how **AI-powered chatbots** can support public health education in Mozambique. The solution was first built using **Google Sites** and integrated with **Chatbase AI** to provide conversational support. The idea was to make health-related knowledge more accessible and interactive, empowering communities with preventive and educational information. --- ## Features - **Health Areas**: Different sections of the platform focused on major areas of healthcare: - *Mental Health*: Emotional well-being and stress management tips - *Nutrition*: Guidance on balanced diets and healthy habits - *Child Health*: Essential practices for growth and development - *Women’s Health*: Reproductive health and general well-being - *Common Diseases*: Prevention and awareness (malaria, HIV, tuberculosis, etc.) - *Community Health*: Hygiene, vaccination, and outbreak prevention - **Quick Tips for Better Health**: - Drink safe water to prevent diseases - Practice mindfulness to reduce stress - Keep vaccinations up to date - **Chat Integration**: AI chatbot (via Chatbase) for interactive health queries --- ## Presentation The prototype was publicly showcased at **MozTech** as an early-stage experiment in digital health solutions. --- ## Feedback and Learnings During the presentation, **Dr. Ibrahim Bikha** provided valuable feedback and raised important concerns: - **AI in healthcare requires caution**: Models must be trained and validated by medical professionals to avoid misinformation. - **Regulatory risks**: Using AI in health without official validation could lead to compliance issues with the Ministry of Health. - **Market positioning**: It is essential to research and compare existing digital health platforms in the country to identify differentiation and sustainability. Based on this advice, development of Suade+MZ was paused. The project remains an **educational prototype** showcasing h …