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Principles of Health Informatics 1. Introduction Health Informatics integrates healthcare, information science, and computer technology to manage and process health data. To ensure it is applied effectively and ethically, several core principles guide its development and usage. “The principles of health informatics ensure that technology enhances—not hinders—quality care and patient safety.” 2. Key Principles of Health Informatics 1. Patient-Centeredness 2. Data Quality and Accuracy