Evaluation of e-Health in China

Healthcare service is the core of the social welfare system, and has been widely focused by the governments, media and the public. The rapid development of e-commerce and the wide application of ICT have accelerated their uses in healthcare service. China welcomes e-health service as it is developing globally, but like many other nations it encounters both opportunities and challenges. Therefore, the assessment of e-health is becoming more important. We analyze the current situation in China and assess its goals of realizing e-health and the challenges of developing e-health.