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Biotelemetry: could technological developments assist healthcare in rural India
1Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, India. kanika_singh_20@rediffmail.com
Context:
In India 60-70% of the population live in rural villages. The rural population suffers from a burden of disease and disorders due to the non-availability of appropriate healthcare personnel and facilities. Since 1950, the Indian Government has responded with a series of five-year plans but has been unable to address the lack of healthcare professionals prepared to work in isolated and rural areas.
Issue:
The use of biotelemetry is proposed as a solution, its advantages and disadvantages are discussed.
Lessons:
The development of biotelemetry in India will improve healthcare for the rural and remote population and ease the effects of the shortage of rural healthcare professionals. However, a number of questions remain and require further consideration.
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