Developing a digital health competency assessment framework for public health services: a Delphi-AHP approach

This study addresses a critical gap in digital health research by providing a multidimensional assessment tool that integrates technological, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions. The framework aligns with global digital health strategies and responds to societal challenges like the "digital divide." Its practical applications include guiding policy-making, optimizing digital health services, and tailoring health education programs to improve public health outcomes.