Naslov
Expectations and possible consequences of digital technologies in the field of health, medicine, and health care

Autori
Marasović Šušnjara, Ivana ; Vejić, Maja

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Sažeci sa skupova, sažetak, znanstveni

Izvornik
Digital Health: an ethical, legal and social perspective for sustainable future / - Zagreb, 2020, 6-6

Skup
Digital Health: an ethical, legal and social perspective for sustainable future

Mjesto i datum
Zagreb, Hrvatska, 09.12.2020. - 10.12.2020

Vrsta sudjelovanja
Predavanje

Vrsta recenzije
Međunarodna recenzija

Ključne riječi
digital technologies, health, ethics

Sažetak
As modern technology has become more advanced and widespread, it has found its place in all segments of society, including healthcare. The implications of using technology to promote health and health care or e-health are significant. One of the main arguments supporting this is that the various tools (such as mobile applications, mobile phones, patient monitoring devices, personal digital assistants, etc.) could “empower” individuals with the data they need to be proactive in advancing their health and preventing disease. It is, therefore, necessary to consider certain issues related to the usage of modern technologies in the fields of health, medicine, and healthcare as well as possible negative consequences. To what extent are end-users able to use technology? That is, what is their level of e-literacy? Does the digital divide lead to the creation of vulnerable groups (citizens and/or countries)? What are the chances that digitalization in medicine and health care will be manipulated by powerful technology companies? What new framework is being created in physician-patient communication? Certainly, some answers could be sought in both the professional and ethical approach of all participants, from creators to users of various digital technologies.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Javno zdravstvo i zdravstvena zaštita

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