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e-Health Technological Ecosystems: Advanced Solutions to Support Informal Caregivers and Vulnerable Populations
Emanuele Blasioli1, Elkafi Hassini1
1DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
Summary
Technological ecosystems, particularly Internet of Things (IoT) e-health, are crucial for supporting informal caregivers and vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 pandemic. These systems enhance care accessibility and reduce digital exclusion for improved health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Digital Health
- Gerontology
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the strain on healthcare systems and the critical role of informal caregivers.
- Quarantine and isolation measures exacerbated health consequences for vulnerable populations, increasing the need for remote support.
- Existing healthcare infrastructures faced challenges in providing continuous care to at-risk individuals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the role of technological ecosystems, specifically Internet of Things (IoT) e-health, in supporting informal caregivers and vulnerable populations.
- To analyze how e-health and telemedicine can alleviate caregiver burden and reduce digital disparities.
- To identify strategies for overcoming challenges in adopting advanced technological ecosystems in healthcare.
Main Methods:
- Literature review integrating research on Internet of Things (IoT) e-health ecosystems and informal care.
- Analysis of health consequences of quarantine and isolation on vulnerable groups.
- Overview of emerging technological ecosystems and their strategic adoption in healthcare settings.
Main Results:
- Technological ecosystems offer a valuable resource for supporting informal carers and vulnerable populations, leveraging the disruptive potential of IoT.
- Key strategic advantages of these ecosystems include affordability, regulatory compliance, and availability.
- High stakeholder interconnection is vital for effective intergenerational care, while privacy, security, and user-friendliness remain critical technical challenges for IoT e-health.
Conclusions:
- Technological ecosystems are essential for enhancing informal care during health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Adoption of e-health and telemedicine resources can significantly reduce caregiver burden and digital exclusion.
- Addressing technical challenges in privacy, security, and usability is paramount for the successful implementation of IoT e-health solutions.
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