What is it about?
The recent Covid-19 pandemic showed us that our healthcare systems need help. They're overwhelmed and, as our world grows, we need to think of smarter ways to care for everyone's health. 5G can help doctors and nurses do their jobs better. This chapter dives into how 5G can make healthcare smarter and more efficient. We discuss ways 5G can be used in healthcare settings, but also talk about the bumps in the road when setting it up. Lastly, we offer some advice to leaders on making the most of this exciting tech opportunity.
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Why is it important?
Right now, the whole world is talking about 5G – it's the next big thing in technology. But not many are discussing its powerful impact outside of entertainment or commerce. Our chapter timely taps into the conversation of how 5G can transform healthcare, a sector that is in desperate need of innovation. By connecting the dots between advanced tech and medical services, we're offering a fresh lens on a topic that has broad implications for society.
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Writing this chapter was an enlightening experience for me. The fusion of tech and healthcare has always fascinated me, and with 5G in the mix, the possibilities are endless. It's thrilling to imagine a future where immediate medical care is accessible for all, regardless of distance or location. I genuinely hope that leaders and policymakers will recognize the potential and help bridge the gap between tech innovations and essential services.
Assoc. Prof. Narasimha Rao Vajjhala
University of New York at Tirana
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This page is a summary of: The Role of 5G Networks in Healthcare Applications, April 2023, Taylor & Francis,
DOI: 10.1201/9781003227861-5.
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