Technology has made leaps and bounds. One of the most important and influencial aspect of technology is mobility. Power, storage, speed, and communication when users are on the go. Mobile technology has impacted the medical field. "...it's revolutionized the way medical professionals work, from world-class hospitals down to nursing schools." Below are 4 trends in mobile medical technology"
1. Using cell phones to detect airborne toxins: scientists want to place a chip in cell phones to detect any dangerous chemicals that might be in the air. This would also allow the scinetists to subsequently map their source and cause.
2. Pay with your phone: This can greatly reduce paperwork for medical payments and also speed up visits to the doctor's office.
3. Medical records on cell phones: medical professionals are using mobile phones to view health records.
4. Using cell phones for diagnosis: Smartphones are permitting doctors to make diagnoses remotely. Right now, the tech is devoted to the early diagnosis and treatment of appendicitis.
For more trends click on the link below.
http://www.nursingschools.net/blog/2010/06/top-10-trends-in-mobile-medical-technology/
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