Title

Wearable device implications in the healthcare industry

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

5-18-2016

Publication Title

Journal of Medical Engineering and Technology

Volume

40

First Page

141

Last Page

148

Keywords

healthcare industry, regulation, Wearable device

Abstract

© 2016 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group. This manuscript analyses the impact of wearable device technology in the healthcare industry. The authors provide an exploration of the different types of wearable technology that are becoming popular or are emerging into the consumer market and the personal health information and other user data these devices collect. The applications of wearable technology to healthcare and wellness are discussed, along with the impact of these devices on the industry. Finally, an analysis is provided, describing the current regulations in the US and UK that govern wearable devices and the impact of these device regulations on users and healthcare professionals.

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