Transparency, Governance, and Access to Health Information in Tocantins (2020–2024): an analysis of data obtained from official governmental websites in light of Sustainable Development Goal 3 of the UN 2030 Agenda

Abstract

This article aims to analyze access to information made available on official government websites in order to assess the effectiveness of public health policies in the State of Tocantins during the five-year period from 2020 to 2024, in light of Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being) of the United Nations 2030 Agenda. The methodology was based on a qualitative and descriptive approach, with documentary analysis adopted as the primary technical procedure. The findings indicate that the State of Tocantins achieved significant progress in certain targets, particularly those related to infant, and neonatal mortality, whose indicators remained below the global targets established for 2030. However, limitations were identified in the availability, standardization, and transparency of data for some indicators, which hindered a comprehensive assessment of all targets. It is concluded that, with regard to SDG 3, the State of Tocantins demonstrates partial progress, achieving satisfactory compliance with some targets while still facing structural challenges related to health information governance and the continuous monitoring of public policies